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At The Table with Patrick Lencioni

83. Be a jerk

Mar 11, 2021
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of having the courage to be a "little-j jerk" in order to benefit organizations and society. They explore the concept of being a 'little jerk' and the value of being direct and honest. They also share personal anecdotes and provide tips for initiating difficult conversations. One incident they discuss involves reconsidering a project and ultimately saving $50,000. They also highlight the impact of individuals who push and challenge the team for success, and share inspiring stories of transformation and gratitude.
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Quick takeaways

  • Being a little J jerk entails saying or doing things that may be perceived as rude but ultimately benefit the team or mission.
  • Kindness requires telling people the truth even if it may be difficult to hear, while niceness focuses on being perceived as friendly.

Deep dives

Embracing the Little J Jerk

In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of being a little J jerk, which entails being willing to do or say things that may come across as rude or difficult, but that ultimately benefit the team or mission. They differentiate between capital J jerks who are consistently harsh and rude, and little J jerks who take necessary actions for the greater good. They emphasize that many organizations and individuals avoid doing things that may be misinterpreted as jerky, which hinders progress and growth. The hosts encourage more people to embrace being little J jerks, as long as the intention is to impact rather than vent.

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