The Art of Effective Feedback: Building Success Through Trust
Many managers hesitate to give feedback because they worry about hurting their employees' feelings. This concern, while well-intentioned, misses the fundamental purpose of feedback when done correctly.
Effective feedback isn't about criticism—it's about future success. When feedback comes from a genuine desire to help someone improve and reach their potential, the emotional dynamic changes completely. The conversation transforms from potentially threatening to supportive and constructive.
