Small, soon, specific.
Feedback works best as a steady stream, not an annual flood. Keep it specific enough to act on, and let it flow in every direction.
Situation, Behaviour, Impact
A Simple Shape
“In Tuesday's demo, you skipped the edge cases, and the client asked twice.”
- Facts, not labels
Soon & often
Not Saved Up
“Can I give you a quick thought on that?”
- Within days, not months
Two-way
Leaders Ask Too
“What's one thing I could do better?”
- Ask, thank, then act
Source: Center for Creative Leadership ↗
Small, soon, specific.