For a podcast about communication at work, we sometimes use corporate jargon that doesn’t always make sense—even to us. We disagree about corporate speak and what it means. Case in point, managing out. What does managing out mean? How do you know if you’re being managed out? There’s definitely some misalignment on what “managing people out” means versus what it’s supposed to mean — maybe we need a new word. According to the business dictionary Jargonism, The definition of Managing Someone Out is, “The practice of giving an employee undesirable tasks, so that the employee leaves a company voluntarily.” It means something else to Kim, and Brandi thinks “managing out” is a term rife with manipulative insincerity. Listen to the conversation then let us know what you think about managing out!

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We talk a lot about the importance of shifting from command and control to a culture focused on collaboration. Stephen M.R. Covey joins the Radical Candor podcast for our first Radically Candid Conversation of 2024 to discuss how trust-and-inspire leadership leads to happier teams, improved retention, increased productivity, and improved company culture. Under Stephen’s direction, Covey Leadership Center became the largest leadership development company in the world. The bestselling author of Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others” and “The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything Stephen is a globally sought-after speaker and advisor on trust, leadership, ethics, and collaboration.

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Tune in as we delve into the workplace dynamic that everyone can relate to — the “loud laborers.” These individuals have mastered the art of talking big about their projects while accomplishing very little. Join us to explore the characteristics of these self-proclaimed workplace heroes, as they often gravitate toward tasks that boost visibility rather than genuine productivity. Discover the impact of “loud laborers” on team dynamics and how to navigate this common workplace scenario. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion shedding light on the not-so-quiet world of office chatter!

Holiday communication with your family can be rife with stress. And while you love your family, let’s be frank, family togetherness during the holidays often goes sideways. So much so that it’s become a trope that’s spawned dozens of holiday movies. But you can survive it by practicing Radical Candor with your nearest and dearest this holiday season to avoid defaulting to Obnoxious Aggression, Manipulative Insincerity or Ruinous Empathy.