Feedback That Fuels: How to Give It and Why It Matters

"Can I give you some feedback?"

Often, just hearing this question can set us on edge, anticipating the critical comments that typically follow. But does feedback always need to be a dreaded experience? Can it instead be a constructive, necessary, and even a positive interaction?

Feedback is a nuanced art, filled with complexities we may not always consider. It involves more than just delivering our thoughts; it requires recognizing the humanity, emotions, and vulnerabilities of the person receiving our words.

So, what are the real benefits of giving feedback? And perhaps more crucially, what risks do we run by holding back?

In today’s episode, I'm excited to explore these questions with Joan Hibdon, a seasoned expert in effective communication. We’ll discuss how mastering the art of feedback can significantly boost your leadership qualities, strengthen your relationships, and help you manage conflicts more adeptly.

Tune in and discover how transformative good feedback can be. You won’t want to miss this!

About today's guest:

Joan Hibdon is the principal owner and founder of jdhInsights, LLC, providing coaching and consulting services focused on cultivating leadership excellence and creating extraordinary employee experiences that result in high-performance organizations. Aligning business strategies with human performance is the essence of what Joan’s career has been devoted to for nearly three decades. Cultivating cultures where people thrive is her passion.