Behind the Money Author Amy Edmondson on ‘intelligent failure’
Dec 20, 2023
Author Amy Edmondson, the world's most influential organisational psychologist, discusses the value in failure and the flaws in Silicon Valley's 'fail fast, fail often' mantra. They explore the concept of 'intelligent failure' and the importance of psychological safety in addressing failure. They also discuss the challenges and benefits of radical candor in organizations and the shift in mindset towards embracing failure. The speaker reflects on risk aversion and gives advice to beaten finalists in the book awards competition.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Different Types of Failure and the Concept of 'Intelligent Failure'
01:48 • 3min
The Importance of Psychological Safety in Addressing Failure
04:24 • 13min
The Importance and Challenges of Radical Candor in Organizations
17:29 • 3min
The Shift in Mindset: Embracing Failure
20:09 • 9min
Reflecting on Risk Aversion and Advice to Beaten Finalists
28:49 • 4min