Radical Candor: Communication at Work

Auteur(s): Kim Scott Jason Rosoff & Amy Sandler
  • Résumé

  • Learn to love your job and kick ass at work without losing your humanity by practicing the principles of Radical Candor. Improve your feedback and communications skills, become a better leader, manager or team player, and drive your #careergoals in the direction of your dreams. Host Amy Sandler leads discussions with Radical Candor co-founders Kim Scott and Jason Rosoff about what it means to be Radically Candid, why it’s simple but not easy to Care Personally and Challenge Directly on the daily, and why it’s worth it. Tune in to get actionable tips for doing the best work of your life and building the best relationships of your career, and don't forget to read Kim Scott's New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling book Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity!

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  • Resetting Expectations With Resistant Direct Reports 7 | 8
    Feb 19 2025
    Undermining, defiant and disengaged direct report—coach them or cut them loose?Dealing with a direct report who questions everything, isolates their team, and actively undermines leadership? YIKES. That’s not just frustrating—it’s a full-blown leadership headache. When radical candor turns into outright defiance, how do you respond without losing your mind (or your team’s trust)? In this episode, Kim and Amy tackle the tricky reality of managing someone who refuses to engage, blames leadership for team turnover, and resists every attempt at coaching. From figuring out whether this is a communication breakdown or a serious performance issue, to deciding if a PIP is the right move, they walk through strategies to reset expectations, shut down toxicity, and lead with confidence. Because at the end of the day, if you’ve ever thought, I literally don’t know what to do with this person, keeping a toxic presence around does more damage than having a tough talk.Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links:Creating Consequences For Bullying At Work | Radical Candor Podcast 5 | BonusPerformance Improvement Plans | Radical Candor Podcast 5 | 20How To Gauge Your Feedback | Radical Candor4 Things To Do When Firing Someone | Radical CandorWhat Does Managing Out Mean? | Radical Candor Podcast 6 | 6The Go-To Question | Radical Candor Podcast 2 | 8Listen, Challenge, Commit | Radical Candor Podcast 6 | 17How To Care Personally When You Don't Care | Radical Candor Podcast 6 | 48Connect:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInFacebookYouTubeChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionKim and Amy introduce a manager’s challenge: a disengaged, undermining direct report.(00:04:46) Generational Gap or Performance Problem?Whether this is a workplace culture clash or a deeper issue.(00:06:28) Red Flags: Undermining & ResistanceSigns of bad-faith questioning, team isolation, and leadership defiance.(00:14:18) The Tough Feedback ConversationRole-playing a direct, no-nonsense conversation to reset expectations.(00:23:49) Handling Pushback & DefianceWhen a direct report resists leadership—what’s your next move?(00:26:38) PIP or Part Ways?How to decide if coaching, a PIP, or letting them go is the right call.(00:34:03) Emotions in LeadershipHandling a direct report who dismisses the emotional impact of their behavior.(00:38:06) Accountability Without MicromanagingCreating clear expectations and consequences without constant oversight.(00:42:53) Next Steps: Coach, Challenge, or Cut Ties?How to assess whether a direct report can grow—or if it’s time to move on.(00:53:22) Radical Candor TipsBalancing Caring Personally with Challenging Directly to lead effectively.(00:55:43) Conclusion
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    57 min
  • Temple Grandin On Why Clarity is the Key to Candor 7 | 7
    Feb 12 2025
    Vague feedback is a fail—neurodivergent minds need clear, direct guidance to thrive.Is vague feedback just bad management, or are we failing neurodivergent employees by not giving them what they actually need? Kim sits down with the legendary Dr. Temple Grandin to challenge common misconceptions about feedback and explore why clarity is key—especially for those who think and process the world differently. They break down the myth that all employees should “just know” how to adjust their behavior and highlight how direct, actionable guidance can be a game-changer. From a welding mishap that turned into a major learning moment to the unexpected impact of a blunt deodorant comment (yes, really), Temple shares firsthand experiences that prove why specific, actionable feedback is a game-changer and how neurodivergent thinkers bring immense value when given the right support. Spoiler: generic platitudes and abstract advice won’t cut it. The bottom line? Guesswork isn’t leadership. Be clear, be kind, and stop making people read between the lines.Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links:Temple GrandinTemple Grandin: The world needs all kinds of minds | TED Talk7 Leadership Communication Skills For Managing A Remote Team | Radical CandorConnect:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInFacebookYouTubeChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionAmy and Kim introduce Dr. Temple Gradin, an autism activist, author, and expert on animal welfare and behavior.(00:02:04) Giving Feedback to Neurodivergent EmployeesTemple shares a story on how clear, direct feedback works best.(00:08:32) The Concept of Project LoyaltyPrioritizing team needs and focusing on the bigger picture to get work done.(00:13:51) How Visual Thinkers Process InformationTemple explains her way of thinking through mental imagery and memories.(00:19:10) Three Types of ThinkersThe different cognitive styles and why diverse teams need all types.(00:23:20) The Importance of Hands-On LearningWhy real-world exposure matters for education.(00:30:57) Managing Autistic EmployeesThe importance of setting clear goals and specific expectations.(00:35:13) Transforming the Livestock IndustryGaining credibility and transforming animal welfare through writing and advocacy.(00:38:57) Workplace Accommodations for Autistic EmployeesStrategies for supporting autistic employees in the workplace.(00:42:18) Improving Animal Welfare StandardsTemple’s five key metrics for humane treatment in the meat industry.(00:49:34) Why Verbal and Visual Thinkers Must CollaborateThe importance of collaboration between different cognitive styles.(00:51:10) Conclusion
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    52 min
  • Russ Laraway’s “Gravity Assist” Approach to Career Conversations 7 | 6
    Feb 5 2025
    Why most career conversations fail—and how to make them actually matter.Are career conversations a game-changer, or just another corporate mirage? In part two of this two-part episode, Kim, Amy, and Russ Laraway cut through the fluff and expose why most career talks fail before they even start. Managers love to preach growth, but when it comes to actually helping their people build meaningful careers, too many fall flat. Russ brings the fire with his “gravity assist slingshot” method—forget the outdated career ladder, it’s time to propel people toward their real ambitions. Why do leaders dodge these conversations? Why does “career development” feel like an HR buzzword instead of a real priority? And what happens when you actually invest in your team’s future? No sugarcoating here—if you’re ready to stop playing it safe and start leading with impact, this episode is your wake-up call.Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links:When They Win, You WinRuss Laraway On How To Be A Great Manager | Radical Candor Podcast 4 | 7How To Win At Managing - 3 Core PrinciplesStop Overcomplicating It: The Simple Guidebook To Upping Your Management Game“When They Win, You Win”: Russ Laraway Unpacks His New Guide For The Modern ManagerEagles' Sirianni Is A Players' Coach, No Matter What You Think Of Him | ESPNConnect:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInFacebookYouTubeChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionKim and Amy welcome back Russ Laraway to discuss career conversations.(00:00:52) The Gravity Assist SlingshotRuss’s framework for career growth and thinking beyond promotions.(00:04:51) Why Managers Should Invest in CareersHow helping employees grow improves retention and engagement.(00:09:35) The Three Career ConversationsA step-by-step guide to drive meaningful career development.(00:14:20) Life Story ConversationHow past career pivots reveal deep-rooted motivations.(00:20:52) Avoiding Pitfalls and GotchasWhere leaders go wrong in the career development framework.(00:25:25) Framing Career ConversationsFraming the life story conversation to build trust and respect boundaries.(00:30:51) Finding True Career VisionAn outline of helping employees set bold, authentic goals.(00:34:26) Supporting Unconventional GoalsHow managers can turn unconventional career goals into actionable steps.(00:43:43) Career Action PlanTurning career aspirations into progress with a clear, strategic approach.(00:46:27) Radical Candor TipsWhere managers should start in Russ’s career conversations framework.(00:48:14) Conclusion
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    49 min

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