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Jul 2024
37m 47s

Radical Candor is Not an Excuse to Act L...

Kim Scott, Jason Rosoff & Amy Sandler
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Kim and Amy answer some of the most frequently asked questions about Radical Candor in a fun and engaging quiz show format. They cover key topics such as handling people who misuse Radical Candor as an excuse to act like a jerk, the challenges and benefits of practicing Radical Candor in remote and hybrid work environments, and navigating generational differ ... Show More
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