The Importance of Feedback
One of the co-founders of FidForward explains why feedback is crucial
in both personal and professional settings:
- Good feedback can strengthen relationships
- Bad feedback can be destructive and harm relationships
- Giving great feedback is a skill that improves over time
Principles of Great Feedback
- Be positive: Maintain a positive attitude, even when delivering
difficult feedback
- Be constructive: Provide real examples and focus on improvement
- Listen: Pay attention to cues from the other person, whether
giving or receiving feedback
- Be regular: Make feedback a consistent practice to develop
it as a skill
Cultural Differences in Feedback
Feedback styles vary across cultures:
- Western European cultures tend to be more direct
- Asian cultures often prioritize avoiding confrontation
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American culture typically starts with positives before addressing
negatives
The FidForward Feedback Checklist
- Define the target: Identify a specific person responsible
for the feedback
- Provide a clear description: Be accurate about the event
or behavior
- Give examples: Offer specific instances to support your
feedback
- Suggest improvements: Provide ideas on how to address
the issue
- Explain the impact: Clearly state how the behavior affects
others or the organization
Remember, mastering the art of giving and receiving feedback is a
journey. With practice and the right tools, like FidForward, you can
significantly improve your feedback skills and contribute to a more
productive and positive environment.
