EPISODE · Nov 21, 2025 · 3 MIN
722. Avoid the Curse of Knowledge: Making Your Message Clear
from Daily Dental Podcast · host Addison Killeen DDS
In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a common leadership trap: assuming others understand what we mean. Known as the “curse of knowledge,” it happens when we forget what it’s like not to know something. Using a fun Stanford experiment and real dental practice examples, he shows how missed meaning—not bad intent—causes miscommunication. Learn how to slow down, share context, and ensure your message actually lands with your team, patients, and colleagues.
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In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a common leadership trap: assuming others understand what we mean. Known as the “curse of knowledge,” it happens when we forget what it’s like not to know something. Using a fun Stanford experiment and real dental practice examples, he shows how missed meaning—not bad intent—causes miscommunication. Learn how to slow down, share context, and ensure your message actually lands with your team, patients, and colleagues.
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