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 ...

Feedback continues to be a hot topic of discussion in leadership and management circles, and it should be since it’s a very powerful tool for improvement. If you’ve been following the feedback ...

One of the most important aspects of a leader's role is to deliver difficult feedback to help their employees grow, adapt, and perform. Too often, I have seen leaders choose to ignore this important ...

When giving feedback, you might assume your role is to tell your employee what you see, but it’s far more effective if you engage in a two-way conversation. Start by asking questions about their ...

Recently, while I was chatting with a young professional, Elaine* (not her real name), she shared a challenge she was experiencing with her manager. The manager was giving Elaine feedback on some ...

Management is one of the hardest roles you will ever occupy professionally. It often can feel like you have responsibility without authority; you are asked to push forward directives from above ...