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Radical Candor

Kim Scott
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Radical Candor

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Kim Scott

Radical Candor

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

269

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Radical Candor by Kim Scott emphasizes that effective management requires both caring personally and challenging directly. Drawing on her experiences in Silicon Valley, Scott explains that bosses must cultivate trusting relationships, provide clear feedback, know team dynamics, and be results-oriented. The book details methods for guiding a team to collaboratively achieve successful outcomes through tools like career conversations and the GSD wheel.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

55,972 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kim Scott's Radical Candor receives praise for its actionable advice on leadership and fostering open communication. Readers appreciate its practical framework, Clear and Critical yet Caring feedback. Some criticize it for repetitive content and lack of depth in complex situations. Overall, the book is valued for its straightforward approach to improving workplace dynamics.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Radical Candor?

Readers who value transparent communication and effective leadership will enjoy Radical Candor by Kim Scott. Fans of works like Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In or Brené Brown's Dare to Lead will appreciate Scott's practical advice on fostering a balance of care and directness in workplace interactions.

4.3

55,972 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

269

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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