Radical transparency and the power of criticism

Bridgewater Associates, a financial firm, practices radical transparency, where every criticism and opinion is shared openly. This culture of brutally honest feedback has led to their success as the most successful fund in the world. Leaders at Bridgewater, including founder Ray Dalio, actively seek and welcome feedback. They believe that criticism is crucial for personal and professional growth. Instead of avoiding criticism, they have learned to crave it, viewing it as an opportunity for improvement. This culture of radical transparency, although not suitable for every workplace, has helped Bridgewater create a challenge network where colleagues trust and push each other to get better.