Feedback Strategies

The article "Why Do So Many Managers Avoid Giving Praise?" provided an interesting perspective of people who are in position to give feedback often. I found it striking that some managers would get nervous before giving negative feedback and would even avoid giving negative feedback to some employees. However, it was even more surprising that managers were less likely to give positive feedback. I find good and negative feedback to both be imperative, but often I see the most growth through negative feedback. Negative feedback allows me to analyze my work from a perspective outside of my own which often brings to light errors and mistakes that I would not normally see. However, I do agree positive feedback is important as this can signal thatnwork being done is approved and should be continued, an important message for someone to have. The other article, "How to Give Bad Feedback Without Being a Jerk", gave some methods to providing the negative feedback that is needed. I found the most helpful advice to be the one that recommended transparent dialogue rather than manipulative dialogue. Not only does the content of the feedback matter, but also the method and manner of which it is given. Being considerate and transparent rather than manipulative can go a long way in someone's reaction to feedback.

Links:

https://hbr.org/2017/05/why-do-so-many-managers-avoid-giving-praise

https://heleo.com/adam-grant-give-bad-feedback-without-jerk/8968/

Max Pixel: Feedback isn't merely giving a rating. It is an opportunity to grow and learn.

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