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Radical Candor: Communication at Work

Start small to make change more achievable and impactful.
In this episode of the Radical Candor Podcast, Jason and Amy discuss how to introduce radical candor to teams effectively. They emphasize the importance of starting small, creating pockets of excellence, and the role of accountability and praise in fostering a feedback culture. The conversation also covers effective communication strategies for implementing change, real-world examples of cultural shifts, and practical tips for individuals and teams looking to embrace radical candor. The episode concludes with an invitation to join the Radical Candor community for ongoing support and resources.
Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.
Episode Links:

• Building a Radically Candid Culture | LinkedIn
• 6 Steps for Rolling Out Radical Candor | Radical Candor
• 3 Ways to Introduce Radical Candor's Feedback Framework to Your Organization | Radical Candor
• Radical Candor Book Discussion Guide | Radical Candor
• Radical Candor Community
• How To Give Candid Feedback With the Radical Candor CORE Method | Radical Candor

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction
Jason and Amy introduce the topic of bringing Radical Candor into the workplace.

(00:00:27) Starting with Small Changes
Why starting with small steps is key to building a culture of Radical Candor.

(00:02:57) Pockets of Excellence
The concept of pockets of excellence and why they are crucial for cultural change.

(00:05:30) Highlighting Small Successes
The importance of highlighting successes rather than focusing on failures to drive cultural shifts.

(00:08:30) Avoiding Overwhelming Change
Effective communication about small wins to shift organizational perceptions and build optimism.

(00:10:49) Small Change Success Story
A story on how small experiments can create big organizational change.

(00:15:38) Making Feedback Visible and Accessible
Simple tools to share user feedback that can have a powerful impact on organizational culture.

(00:19:37) Effective Communication for Cultural Change
Communicating the rationale behind introducing Radical Candor to a broader team.

(00:24:07) Handling Executive Skepticism
Addressing skepticism from executives and making the case for Radical Candor.

(00:27:03) Building Momentum After Initial Success
Expanding Radical Candor across more teams after initial success.

(00:30:16) Individuals Practicing Radical Candor
Advice for individuals looking to start small and integrate Radical Candor into their work.

(00:33:09) Radical Candor Tips
Tips for developing a more radically candid culture individually and in organizations.

(00:34:56) Conclusion