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Embracing Vulnerability

When leaders openly critique themselves, it fosters psychological safety within their teams, encouraging honest feedback. However, simply declaring one's flaws without accountability can backfire, as it lacks the nuance of genuine struggle and growth. True vulnerability involves acknowledging weaknesses while demonstrating a commitment to improvement, rather than using self-deprecation as a shield for negative behavior.
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    Thinking About Thinking with Brené Brown and Adam Grant: Part One

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    • What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor, and the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability?

    • What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor and the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability?

    • What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor, and the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability?

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