Episode notes
In this episode, we explore Radical Candor by Kim Scott — one of the most important modern leadership books, teaching managers and leaders how to give feedback, build strong relationships, and create high-performing teams without sacrificing empathy or results. Scott introduces the concept of “Radical Candor,” a leadership style that balances caring personally with challenging directly.
✅ What you’ll learn in this summary:
- The two core dimensions of Radical Candor: Care Personally and Challenge Directly
- Why avoiding tough feedback (ruinous empathy) is just as damaging as being overly harsh (obnoxious aggression)
- How to build trust and stronger relationships with your team
- Practical strategies for delivering feedba ...
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