Wednesday, February 7, 2007

providing feedback

Providing feedback to a team member is one of the best opportunities a leader has. It is important that the feedback has substance and proper timing. It is important for a leader to recognize when feedback is appropriate and where it should take place. Great leaders make sure to praise in public and provide feedback in private. If feedback happens in front of others you will not only lose trust in the individual who is receiving the feedback you will also lose trust from others who witenessed the action take place. Why is this? Simple they do not know when they are going to be next on the list.

Positive feedback is always welcomed, however an organization will not grow if developmental opportunities are addressed. Behaviors will not change unless the behaviors are addressed. Make it a priority to provide constructive feedback at least quarterly to your team. The other key to providing feedback is being willing to receive feedback and adapting to change.

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