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Promotions Gone Wrong? Why False Promises Wreck Trust at Work 6 | 46
· 22 min · S6 E46
Episode Promotions Gone Wrong? Why False Promises Wreck Trust at Work 6 | 46
Missed promotions, broken promises, and the fallout that follows.
Promotions gone wrong? Yeah, it’s a thing. On this episode, Kim and former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo tackle a listener’s tale of missed opportunities, broken promises, and a management team that just can’t get it together. From the cringe-worthy red flags to the frustrating aftermath, they explore how leadership missteps can wreak havoc on trust and motivation. Tune in for sharp insights, practical advice, and a whole lot of “what NOT to do” when navigating messy workplace dynamics. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a system that doesn’t seem to work, this episode will help you find your way forward. Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.
Episode Links:
• Transcript • Managerial Musings With Kim Scott & Dick Costolo 5 | 26 • Dick Costolo | LinkedIn • Kim Scott & Dick Costolo Unpack the Messy Truth About Management Dilemmas • What Happens When Promotions Go Sideways?
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction Kim Scott introduces Dick Costolo, former Twitter CEO and stand-up comedian. (00:01:45) The Promotion Predicament A listener's dilemma about missing out on a promotion. (00:05:00) Missteps by the First Manager The mistakes of the listener's first manager, focusing on false promises. (00:08:20) The Boss’s Boss Blunders The dismissive and damaging responses from the listener's boss’s boss. (00:09:36) Advice for Employees Strategies for employees to clarify expectations with management. (00:12:29) Addressing Subjectivity in Promotions The challenge of fairness and transparency in dynamic organizations. (00:14:54) Navigating Difficult Conversations The value of candid, constructive dialogue over avoidance in leadership. (00:18:20) A Call for Transparent Processes How structured processes can prevent workplace dissatisfaction. (00:20:30) Conclusion
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Links in the notes 12
- https://www.radicalcandor.com/podcast/promotions-dick-costolo-6-46/
- https://share.descript.com/view/Ln2gTnkEjwO
- https://www.radicalcandor.com/podcast/s5-ep26-managerial-musings-dick-costolo/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dick-costolo-public/
- https://www.radicalcandor.com/blog/management-dilemmas/
- https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-happens-when-promotions-go-sideways-kim-scott-ufnvc
- https://www.radicalcandor.com/
- https://instagram.com/radicalcandorofficial
- https://tiktok.com/@radicalcandorofficial
- https://linkedin.com/company/radical-candor
- https://www.youtube.com/@RadicalCandor/podcasts
- https://megaphone.fm/adchoices
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