Radical Candor®

Tired of showing up at work like a robot? It's time to transform your command-and-control culture to one of collaboration. Developed by our co-founder Kim Scott, Radical Candor can help you build real human relationships at work so you can shed that robot skin for good. Want to learn more? Reach out to Dan Greene or Drew Muir to find out how to bring Radical Candor to your workplace, or email contact@radicalcandor.com. In the meantime, get tips on the Radical Candor Podcast. We can't wait to talk to you! #radicalcandor #workplaceculture #culturechange #humanbeings #video #relationshipsatwork

Caught between ruinous empathy and obnoxious aggression? Radical Candor can help you navigate workplace conflicts, set boundaries, and foster collaboration.

I’m thrilled to announce that Episode #542 of the Passion Struck Podcast is now live! This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Kim Scott, the visionary author of Radical Candor® and her latest groundbreaking book, Radical Respect. Kim’s work has redefined leadership, showing us how to foster feedback-rich environments, build resilient teams, and create cultures where everyone thrives. 🎙 Here are three transformative takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Radical Candor in Action Kim introduced us to the concept of Radical Candor: balancing personal care with direct challenges. She broke down how avoiding common pitfalls—like ruinous empathy or obnoxious aggression—can lead to honest, growth-oriented feedback that strengthens teams and relationships. 2️⃣ Tackling Bias, Prejudice, and Bullying One of the most powerful parts of our discussion was Kim’s framework for identifying and addressing workplace challenges like unconscious bias, intentional prejudice, and bullying. Her practical strategies for tackling these issues head-on are a must-hear for any leader looking to build a respectful and inclusive workplace. 3️⃣ The Courage to Be an Upstander Kim inspired us to step up as upstanders when witnessing bias or disrespect. From calling out behaviors with “I” statements to supporting colleagues after an incident, her insights reinforce that creating a respectful workplace is a collective effort. This episode is packed with actionable insights that can elevate your leadership and help you cultivate the environments where your teams can thrive. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eK3HAEbx Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. 📩 For more inspiration, sign up for my Live Intentionally newsletter at passionstruck.com. Let’s continue the conversation: What’s one way you’ve fostered respect or candor in your workplace? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #Leadership #RadicalCandor #InclusiveLeadership #RespectInTheWorkplace #ProfessionalDevelopment #PassionStruck #KimScott #IntentionalLiving

The holidays bring joy, connection - and sometimes a little stress. 🦃🎄 Practicing Radical Candor with family can help you stay present, set boundaries, and foster meaningful interactions: ✔️ Care Personally – Show love and appreciation, even in small ways. ✔️ Challenge Thoughtfully – Address tough topics with care and calm. ✔️ Don’t Solve It All – Focus on the moment, not lifelong conflicts. ✔️ Make It Count – Time with family is finite - cherish it. Want to learn more? Check out our guide on applying Radical Candor at family gatherings this season. Let’s make this holiday one to remember! Click the link in comments to read full blog! What’s your go-to strategy for navigating tricky holiday dynamics? Share in the comments! #RadicalCandor #HolidayTips #FamilyTime #LeadershipSkills #EffectiveCommunication #Boundaries

Dick Costolo spent a lot of time and effort thinking about how to make Twitter a more inclusive, open environment. When he took the Implicit Association Test (IAT) that measures unconscious bias, his scores revealed him to have essentially no unconscious bias. Per the IAT, he’s less gender-biased than I am, and I consider myself a real champion for women. One of my favorite stories about Dick and diversity was his effort to eliminate the phrase “you guys” from his vocabulary. I told him a story about my twins—one a boy and one a girl—who were in kindergarten. Both of their teachers were speculating why boys raise their hands more often than girls. Then I attended a class and heard the teacher ask: “OK, you guys, who knows what four plus one is?” No wonder the girls weren’t raising their hands! Children are literal, and girls are not guys. I told Dick that story and confessed that I’m literal too and feel annoyed whenever somebody addresses a mixed group as “guys” or “you guys.” Most people look at me sideways when I launch into my “you guys” diatribe, but Dick smacked his forehead. “Of course! There’s nothing worse than being invisible. I can’t believe I never thought of that! There’s no worse way to make a group of people feel excluded than to use language that pretends they are simply not in the room.” “Yes, like Invisible Man,” I said. Dick and I had recently discussed Ralph Ellison’s novel about an African-American man whose color renders him invisible. “Yes, exactly! OK, you’ve convinced me. I’m going to start saying ‘you all’!” Dick said. Changing a reflexive idiom is hard work, but Dick put real energy into training himself to shift his language. This small but meaningful change is a powerful example of how much language matters. It’s about more than words - it’s about recognizing who’s in the room and ensuring no one feels invisible. What steps have you taken to make your language more inclusive? Let’s keep these conversations going.

Navigating tough conversations at work can feel overwhelming, but Radical Candor can make a world of difference. Here’s a quick guide: ✔️ Care Personally – Acknowledge emotions and show you value the person. ✔️ Challenge Directly – Be clear, kind, and specific about the issue. ✔️ Stay Open – Approach the conversation with curiosity, not judgment. ✔️ Close with Collaboration – Work together on a path forward. The real magic happens when you practice these steps consistently - and you don’t have to do it alone. Join the Radical Candor Community for tools, tips, and a network of leaders and learners who are growing together. Click the link in the comments to join! #RadicalCandor #LeadershipTips #WorkplaceCulture #Teamwork #FeedbackCulture #CommunicationSkills

The wait is over! Kim Scott's episode on The Predictive Index's Lead The People Podcast with Matt Poepsel, PhD, is live! In this episode, Kim shares powerful insights on: - Why Radical Candor and Radical Respect are timeless frameworks for leadership. - How to recognize and address bias, prejudice, and bullying - and the role leaders play in preventing them. - The importance of collaboration and honoring individuality to achieve better outcomes. Tune in now to hear Kim’s actionable advice for creating more inclusive and collaborative workplaces. Click here to listen: https://bit.ly/4ggsUqc #RadicalCandor #RadicalRespect #Leadership #Collaboration #Podcast

When sexual assault happens despite your efforts to prevent it, how can leaders ensure that they respond with institutional courage? Check out this week's #RadicalRespect newsletter for some things you can do.

In my opinion, most leadership training workshops have one of two problems: (1) They’re highly theoretical with esoteric scientific jargon that is rarely understood, not easily implemented, nor all that pragmatic. Consequently, the lessons in these workshops are easily forgotten, never implemented, and have little to no impact on the teams they’re intended to help. or (2) They use a lot of flashy sizzle to teach you how to lead your team like a Formula One pit crew or a team of Navy SEALs…which is rarely practical nor realistic for a manager to actually implement in a commercial setting. These types of workshops can be fun, but because the people teaching them typically don’t have a lot of practical leadership experience outside of their unique environments, they’re often not broadly applicable to other organizations. At Radical Candor®, we take a different approach. We have decades of experience managing teams in both commercial and non-commercial environments, so we don’t need to bother with a bunch of lingo or theatrics. We simply teach people the key lessons and techniques we developed and refined through years of practical application on the job - not scientific theory. And to make sure that what we teach resonates and is actionable, we take what worked for us and break it down into a clear, cogent, pragmatic, playbook. The result: Our trainings tend to alter the operational and cultural norms of organizations. We get consistently get strong feedback from our clients who tell us that they’re communicating far more effectively, leading more effectively, sorting through problems faster, and achieving greater results as an organization. We have worked with over 2,000 organizations from large commercial companies to small businesses, to doctors' offices and hospitals, the US Military, and everything in between. We’re proud of the fact that our NPS Score is +70 (Excellent) and our average rating across thousands of workshops and keynotes is 4.7 out of 5 stars. But we’re even prouder that our customers are getting what they need from our training: better culture, more engaged teams, and better results.

Learn how to use Radical Candor to communicate with your family during the holidays. Discover tips for addressing conflicts, setting boundaries, and fostering meaningful connections.