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Give Feedback That Encourages Action Without Resistance
Girvin
November 04, 2024
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Ever given feedback that made someone look like they wanted to crawl under a rock?
You know the type.
Where your well-meaning comments turn your coworker's face red and suddenly the room feels super tense?
Yeah, not fun.
Or maybe you’ve been on the receiving end of a "criticism sandwich"?
You know how it goes—compliment, critique, compliment. It’s like saying, “You’re doing great!” while sneaking in a “but here's what you messed up.”
That’s the old playbook? Toss it. People aren’t idiots. They can smell that crap sandwich from a mile away.
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The best way to show respect to someone is to be honest with them.
What people want need is honesty, clarity, and a little respect.
But giving feedback without making people want to punch you is a skill.
And in today's environment where we're always giving and getting feedback, it's a skill that can make or break your career.
Because good feedback helps people grow and come up with new ideas.
But do it badly, and you're the office bad guy faster than you can say "I'm just trying to help."
So, I might just have the solution.
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I call it…
Your New Recipe for Feedback That Doesn't Make People Want to Punch You
aka The CRISP method:
C - Choose the right time and place
R - Results are what matter
I - Include the other person in the talk
S - Be specific and give clear next steps
P - Start with something positive
Let's get it: