Two Managers, One Team: Making Co-Management Work 6 | 20

Strategies for aligning co-managers to foster a cohesive and productive environment. 

Kim, Jason, and Amy address a listener's question about the challenges of implementing Radical Candor within a co-managed team. They dive into how differing management styles can impact team dynamics and explore strategies for aligning co-managers to foster a cohesive and productive environment. The discussion includes a role-play session illustrating potential conflicts and resolutions, providing listeners with practical advice on maintaining effective communication and respect between managers with contrasting approaches. Tune in to learn how to navigate the complexities of co-management while upholding the core principles of Radical Candor.

Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.

Episode Links:

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• How To Improve Communication In The Workplace In 6 Steps | Radical Candor
• How to Get and Give Feedback Using the Radical Candor Order of Operations
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• How To Give Feedback Using The CORE Method | Radical Candor

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction
Hosts Kim Scott, Amy Sandler and Jason Rosoff outline a listener’s question about implementing Radical Candor in a co-managed team.

(00:02:02) Understanding the Listener's Challenge
The complexities of co-managing a team with different management styles and the potential issues that arise when only one manager practices Radical Candor.

(00:05:40) Co-Management and Radical Candor
The implications of having differing management approaches and the importance of clear reporting lines.

(00:10:18) Role Play - Addressing the Issue
Jason and Kim role-play a conversation between two co-managers to model how to address the issue of differing management styles.

(00:18:47) Debriefing the Role Play
Hosts discuss the role play, highlighting key moments and strategies for effectively managing co-manager dynamics and ensuring a unified approach.

(00:22:40) Order of Operations for Radical Candor
The Radical Candor order of operations: