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Struggling to give feedback without feeling “mean”?
Or avoiding it altogether to "keep the peace"?
Radical Candor, by Kim Scott, offers a simple framework to fix this:
- Care personally.
- Challenge directly.
Here’s why this balance matters:
❌ Too “nice”?
↳ You risk Ruinous Empathy: avoiding feedback to spare feelings but letting problems grow.
❌ Too blunt?
↳ It becomes Obnoxious Aggression: harsh critiques that damage trust.
✅ Radical Candor builds trust, accountability, and growth by showing care while being clear.
Key takeaways to apply today:
👉 Feedback is a gift. Frame it as support, not criticism.
👉 Start small. Use casual moments to ease into tough conversations.
👉 Embrace imperfection. Feedback doesn’t need to be perfect, just honest and thoughtful.
👉 Model candor. Show openness, and your team will follow.
👉 Act early. Address small issues before they escalate.
Tough feedback isn’t mean, it’s respect in action.
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Inclusion should come before diversity (in my opinion).
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I find it very telling of a team / organisation when there is not enough “celebration” for someone leaving.
This is a moment where people should get together, celebrate achievements, and separate in the best of terms!
Look at the bright side, happy Monday 🙂
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