Why Being “Too Nice” at Work Is Hurting Your Career

August 4, 2025

Being kind isn't the problem, but being too nice at work is. Learn how to use "kind candour" to grow your influence and credibility.

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Episode Summary
Being kind isn't the problem, but being too nice at work is. Learn how to use "kind candour" to grow your influence and credibility. If this feels familiar, book a call with my team and learn how I can support your leadership development.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

  • Why over-functioning and saying yes to everything keeps you stuck in support roles
  • How to set boundaries and push back professionally while still being seen as collaborative
  • Why avoiding difficult conversations actually hurts your leadership credibility
  • Practical scripts for challenging ideas and giving constructive feedback
  • The "kind candour" framework for giving feedback that lands without damaging relationships

 

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Hi, I’m Katy McFee
A former VP and EVP who knows how hard it is to break into executive leadership. After years of feeling stuck, I figured it out and now, as a certified executive coach, I help other women do the same. I’ve supported hundreds in landing the promotions they deserve with strategies that make success achievable, without the years of trial and error.