How to Care Personally When You Don’t Personally Care 6 | 48
Dec 11, 2024
Struggling to care for a difficult coworker? The discussion dives into how to maintain respect and curiosity in challenging relationships. With relatable anecdotes, including a humorous deodorant story, the hosts provide practical tips to avoid negativity and foster productive conversations. They emphasize recognizing the humanity in others and navigating personal biases, highlighting emotional dynamics and the importance of open communication. The key? Engage authentically without getting caught in mental soap operas!
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Respect Despite Dislike
Acknowledge that you will not connect with every colleague.
Maintain respect for their humanity, even when they annoy you.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Disorganization and Stress
Kim Scott's disorganization bothered her boss, causing stress during a trip.
A conversation about their different reactions improved their relationship.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Addressing Body Odor
Kim Scott had an employee with body odor, making interactions uncomfortable.
A direct conversation, though awkward, led to positive change.
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Ever feel like caring about a coworker is just...not in the cards? Same. Here’s the thing though – you don’t have to be besties to show respect and keep things productive. In this episode, Kim, Amy, and Jason tackle the tough question of how to Care Personally when someone’s driving you up the wall. With relatable stories (yes, even a deodorant conversation makes an appearance) and practical tips, they break down how to stay curious, address frustrations head-on, and avoid letting those "ugh" feelings spiral into toxicity. The key takeaway? Stop writing mental soap operas about your colleagues and start having real conversations. Awkward? Sure. Worth it? Absolutely. Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.
Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Kim, Jason and Amy introduce a listener’s question about caring personally for someone you don’t like. (00:02:09) Radical Respect How respect forms the core of caring personally, even when someone annoys you. (00:03:48) Reframing Perspectives Reframing narratives to foster empathy in difficult workplace interactions. (00:05:05) Addressing Irritating Behaviors Two stories from differing perspectives on personal irritations at work. (00:08:17) Curiosity as a Bridge The power of curiosity in understanding and seeing humanity in others. (00:11:02) Unspoken Disagreements How assumptions and unspoken disagreements corrode relationships. (00:14:16) Repairing Relationships at Work The journey from conflict to rebuilding a strained relationship with a peer. (00:22:17) Different Work Styles Respecting differing approaches to work and optimizing collaboration. (00:24:14) The Role Self-Awareness Self-awareness and transitioning from internal frustration to constructive dialogue. (00:33:08) Indifference vs. Engagement at Work The inefficiencies of emotional detachment from colleagues. (00:34:29) Balancing Connection and Boundaries Maintaining professional relationships while respecting personal boundaries. (00:37:38) Radical Candor Tips Key tips from the episode, including respect, curiosity, and addressing biases. (00:40:24) Conclusion
Radical Candor: Communication at Work