Radical Candor: Communication at Work Managerial Musings With Dick Costolo 5 | 26
Nov 22, 2023
Former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo joins Kim on the Radical Candor podcast to answer listener questions and offer advice on workplace problems. They discuss leadership and promotions, the challenge of giving feedback, the importance of a transparent promotion process in startups, and more.
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Get Clear On Promotion Metrics
- Do have direct, honest conversations about promotion criteria and how you'll be evaluated.
- Do set measurable KPIs with your manager and check progress regularly.
Promotions Depend On Changing Needs
- Insight: Senior promotions are not checklist-driven; they depend on shifting organizational needs.
- Recognize that VP/director roles require judgment and fit with changing company priorities.
Managers Must Own Career Conversations
- Saying 'I had no idea you wanted this' signals poor managerial ownership and damages trust.
- Leaders should proactively understand team members' career ambitions rather than feign surprise.