Lead with Candor: Recent Episodes

Viktoriya Seredyuk

Our work relationships can be some of our greatest sources of support, the bane of our existence, or somewhere in-between. The truth is, the relationships we co-create at work matter – they influence the quality of our lives. Lead With Candor™ Podcast invites leaders to share their personal stories about extraordinary colleagues, dysfunctional dynamics and so much more. These bite-sized conversations exploring the intricacies and impact of our professional relationships are produced and hosted by psychological safety coach and organizational consultant, Viktoriya Seredyuk.

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Ever had a boss who doubled as a life guru? Or a work challenge that flipped your script?

Tune into Lead with Candor, where we explore working relationships and the stories that define them.

Hosted by psychological safety consultant, Viktoriya (Vika) Seredyuk, each bite-sized episode is a peek behind the office curtain. No jargon, no complex theories – just an invitation to grab your favorite mug, pull up a chair, and listen.

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What does chimney sweeping, “unfreezing”, a census consultant, Aristotle and a gang of jewelry thieves have to do with psychological safety? Tune in to hear the secret history of psychological safety and learn about the contributions of thinkers and pioneers that made it mainstream.  Key Takeaways: 00:45 Getting on the same page 01:39 A few questions to ponder 02:32 Common moments of vulnerability  03:52 Why respecting vulnerability is key 05:35 “Fake nice” cultures and polite disengagement Like this show? Please leave us a review  – even one sentence helps! Snap a photo of you listening on https://www.instagram.com/leadwithcandor/ (Instagram) & tag us so we can thank you personally! Click https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-with-candor/id1630396484 (HERE) to listen & subscribe!

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You might be asking...what does psychological safety actually mean? Is it just another trend? How is it relevant to me and my workplace? Today, our host Viktoriya gets clear on defining what psychological safety is – and debunks myths on what it’s not.  Key Takeaways: 00:45 Getting on the same page 01:39 A few questions to ponder 02:32 Common moments of vulnerability  03:52 Why respecting vulnerability is key 05:35 “Fake nice” cultures and polite disengagement Like this show? Please leave us a review – even one sentence helps! Snap a photo of you listening on https://www.instagram.com/leadwithcandor/ (Instagram) & tag us so we can thank you personally! Click to listen & subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-with-candor/id1630396484 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-with-candor/id1630396484)

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Lead with Candor reimagines workplace relationships through psychological safety. Today, our host Viktoriya shares the “why” behind the Lead with Candor mission – and how the podcast was born. Key Takeaways: 00:55 Why the focus is on work relationships  01:35  A little background on Viktoriya’s education and career experience  02:20 An unexpected journey 03:28 The Kairos moment Like this show? Please leave us a review – even one sentence helps! Snap a photo of you listening on LinkedIn & tag us so we can thank you personally! Click to listen & subscribe: https://www.leadwithcandor.com/podcast (https://www.leadwithcandor.com/podcast)

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PODCAST NEWS! Lead with Candor is about reimagining workplace relationships through psychological safety. Join us as we explore what psychologically safe, inclusive, honest, and empowered work relationships can and should look like. Host and certified psychological safety trainer, coach and diversity and inclusion professional, Viktoriya Seredyuk, will hold conversations with workplace leaders and experts, visit a variety of industries, and share practical, actionable takeaways. Click to listen to the audio trailer and to subscribe: https://www.leadwithcandor.com/podcast