Whether you’re in-person and sitting on opposite sides of a desk, or you’re remote and separated by screens, few experiences at work are as heart-pounding and stress-inducing as a feedback ...
Many leaders think they’re delivering helpful feedback, but it can come across as demoralizing, ineffective or damaging if not delivered effectively. Feedback must be framed as coaching, not criticism ...
These efficient feedback strategies support student learning without sacrificing a teacher's nights and weekends.
Feedback has the power to motivate and improve performance, but it often backfires. Instead of sparking growth, it can trigger defensiveness or lead to silence. Some people soften their words so much ...
In many companies, managers delay the performance review process – or don’t do it at all – because they are so uncomfortable in the position of giving feedback to their staff. And in too many cases ...
Providing constructive feedback to team members empowers them to grow and excel. However, leaders often face obstacles—both external and self-imposed—that hinder their ability to deliver actionable ...
The mere mention of “feedback” can make many people’s palms sweat. Whether giving or receiving feedback, it often has a reputation as negative and momentous. But it doesn’t need to be. Certainly, ...
Feedback is integral to growth for employees and organizations alike. However, many workplaces lack an effective feedback process. Generic feedback often doesn’t inspire change, leading to ...
Giving constructive feedback can be awkward, but avoiding it doesn’t just hurt performance—it deprives employees of a sense of purpose. Once basic job needs are met, people crave meaning. Your ...
Martina van Heerden is a member of the South African Association of Academic Literacy Practitioners. It can be difficult to tell someone what you think of their work, even if you mean well and even if ...
This small shift in the way you express your feedback can go a long, long way toward getting better results. Figuring out how to give feedback without sounding harsh can be tricky. So, how do others ...