University Libraries: Faculty Presentations

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

10-1-2026

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By cultivating psychological safety and authenticity, Radical Candor builds mutual respect among colleagues and promotes honest communication, inclusive decision-making, and productive teamwork. We will cover strategies for embedding these norms into regular practices such as onboarding, performance conversations, project debriefs, and staff meetings within the multigenerational library workforce. When paired with training in cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence, Radical Candor reframes feedback as a development tool rather than criticism. With role-plays, coaching, and followup support, the framework helps staff interpret feedback constructively, adapt communication styles, and leverage diverse strengths—so every team member can learn, contribute, and thrive. Our goal is to show how the safety and authenticity embedded in this framework can build mutual respect amongst multigenerational colleagues, which creates a culture where all library professionals communicate honestly, feel safe, and can contribute to a productive work environment. When this framework is applied with appropriate training, development of cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence, it creates an environment where feedback is seen as a tool for development, encouraging each team member to thrive.

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Presentation at the Georgia Library Conference

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