Mindset for Giving Feedback

Hello Reader,

I approach giving feedback with a handful of key mindset ingredients;

Describe, don’t Prescribe

Feedback is not about prescribing advice or giving authoritative instructions. No, it is about describing my experiences and reactions to their actions as honestly and authentically as I can so that the other person can use that information in their life.

Together

Feedback is not accusatory or blame oriented. For me, it is about nurturing an attitude of sitting next to someone, looking ahead towards a common goal. This is an opportunity to provide learning and encouragement that will hopefully benefit the recipient.

Listen

Feedback is a two-way street. It is a conversation where we share our experiences and ideas while remaining open and willing to learn from the perspective of others. 

Uniqueness

What works for me might not work for you. As a treeplanting leader, I tried to pass on techniques to crew members whose bodies were built a lot differently from mine, it didn’t work at all! I share my experiences, but acknowledge that another person may approach the same situation in a completely different way. 

*For more on approaching feedback with the right mindset, read Brene Brown’s Dare to Lead.

Happy Doing!

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