Oversharing at Work: When TMI Tanks Trust 6 | 45

The fine line between transparency and TMI.Let’s get into it: oversharing at work — we’ve all done it, and we’ve all cringed after. But here’s the tea: when we spill sensitive info without thinking, we’re not just breaking trust, we’re tanking our ability to Care Personally and Challenge Directly. In this episode, Kim, Jason, and Amy dig into a listener's story about sharing too much too soon and just how quickly oversharing can derail trust and create chaos. They unpack why these missteps happen, how different company cultures play into it, and what it really takes to find that sweet spot between transparency and discretion. If you’ve ever found yourself in the awkward aftermath of an overshare, this one’s for you. Let’s learn how to slow down, think it through, and keep our Radical Candor intact!Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links:Use the GSD Wheel So No One Feels Sad, Bad or Left Out 4 | 2Connect:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInFacebookXYouTubeChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionAmy, Kim and Jason introduce the episode around a listener’s question on oversharing at work.(00:01:26) Listener's Question on OversharingA listener seeks advice on managing sensitive information more effectively.(00:03:58) Communication and Cultural AssumptionsHow organizational secrecy and biases affect information sharing.(00:06:30) Pause and Reflect The importance of pausing before sharing any potentially sensitive information.(00:08:42) Organizational Communication StructureInsights into structured vs. open communication styles and their impact.(00:12:09) Developing Effective Information ChannelsStrategies for ensuring efficient communication and reducing redundancy.(00:17:12) Soliciting Feedback and Building TrustSoliciting feedback from team leads after communication missteps.(00:22:16) Framework for Information SensitivityThe “Category” framework to clarify communication roles and boundaries.(00:24:56) Initiative and Respecting BoundariesThe balance of taking initiative versus respecting organizational boundaries.(00:28:55) Communication and Problem PreferenceBeing clear on workplace communication styles to tackle preferred challenges.(00:33:43) Personalizing Communication StylesInsights on managing communication impulsivity and biases.(00:38:47) Radical Candor TipsChecklist for managing sensitive information and improving communication.(00:41:05) ConclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast:

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Learn to love your job and kick ass at work without losing your humanity by practicing the principles of Radical Candor. Improve your feedback and communications skills, become a better leader, manager or team player, and drive your #careergoals in the direction of your dreams. Host Amy Sandler leads discussions with Radical Candor co-founders Kim Scott and Jason Rosoff about what it means to be Radically Candid, why it’s simple but not easy to Care Personally and Challenge Directly on the daily, and why it’s worth it. Tune in to get actionable tips for doing the best work of your life and building the best relationships of your career, and don't forget to read Kim Scott's New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling book Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity!Get this podcast early and ad-free at radicalcandor.com/communitypodcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/radical-candor-communication-at-work--5711404/support.