Giving feedback effectively

Giving feedback is a critical skill for helping your colleagues reach their full professional potential. However, delivering feedback in a way that is constructive and well-received can be challenging. In the following, you'll learn a structured approach that helps your colleagues understand your feedback and take actionable steps to improve.

The method we suggest involves five steps:

  1. Describe the situation
  2. Describe the behavior
  3. Explain the impact
  4. Recommend a behavior change
  5. Ask a question to invite discussion