Public Criticism: It’s Only Okay for the Boss

Public Criticism: It’s Only Okay for the Boss

What is public criticism and why is it problematic? Are there situations that it is okay to use a public venue for critiques? Public criticism is an open forum in which negative feedback is offered to someone where everyone else can hear. In Radical Candor, Kim Scott cautions that employee criticism should always be private but a culture of candor can be enhanced by the boss receiving public criticism. Keep reading for how and why you should ask for public criticism as a manager.

Respecting Boundaries at Work Leads to Better Relationships

Respecting Boundaries at Work Leads to Better Relationships

Why are boundaries important to establish at work? How does respecting boundaries enhance trust and build relationships? Creating trust at work requires establishing and respecting boundaries. Radical candor doesn’t mean being completely open about every single thing, just being truly honest and empathetic. Keep reading to understand the importance of respecting boundaries for creating a culture of candor.

Disney Pixar Case Study: Creativity and Efficiency

Disney Pixar Case Study: Creativity and Efficiency

Are you looking for a Disney Pixar case study? How was Ed Catmull able to apply his management strategies from Pixar to Disney Animation Studios? After being an independent company for 20 years, Pixar was sold to Disney. This Disney Pixar case study explores how the Pixar management strategies helped revive the flailing Disney Animation Studios. Keep reading for a Disney Pixar case study.

5 Radical Candor Resources to Help Ask for Feedback

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Are you trying to build a culture of candor in your organization? Do you need Radical Candor resources to help you with the feedback process? A culture of radical candor includes giving and receiving direct and helpful feedback. These Radical Candor resources will show how to start the process by asking for feedback. Keep reading for some Radical Candor resources on requesting feedback.

Quiet Listening: Encouraging Others to Speak

Quiet Listening: Encouraging Others to Speak

What is quiet listening and how is it different from loud listening? How does listening effectively help you to become a better manager? Quiet listening is using your silence to create a space in the conversation for others. Loud listening is saying things that encourage people to speak up or push back. Keep reading for more about loud and quiet listening styles and how to use them.

The Pixar Braintrust: How Candor Leads to Great Ideas

The Pixar Braintrust: How Candor Leads to Great Ideas

What is the Pixar Braintrust? How does the Pixar Braintrust support open communication and solicit good ideas? The Pixar Braintrust was created by Ed Catmull. During these meetings, Pixar team members who aren’t directly involved in a particular project gather to watch material and provide feedback. Read more the Pixar Braintrust, how it worked, and what made it successful.

The Radical Candor Model for Giving Feedback

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What is the Radical Candor model for giving feedback to your employees? How do you offer guidance that is helpful and empathetic? In Radical Candor by Kim Scott, a culture of candor starts with asking for feedback before giving it. Once you’re ready to start giving feedback, you can use this Radical Candor model. Keep reading for the Radical Candor model for giving feedback.