This week, Sara is joined by Sophia, CEO of Illuminate You Coaching. Sara and Sophia explore the evolving landscape of leadership, the importance of psychological safety, and the myths surrounding inclusive leadership. Discover actionable insights and best practices for fostering a growth mindset and empowering teams.
Read MoreThis week, Sara interviews Genna, a senior manager at a nonprofit, to explore the complexities of feedback in professional settings. They discuss emotional responses to feedback, the importance of intentionality, and Genna shares her perspective of what makes feedback meaningful!
Read MoreIn this episode, Sara interviews Carrie Aguilar, a coach and consultant specializing in tech startup sales strategy. Carrie shares her background in tech sales and her experience in managing and training sales teams. They discuss the challenges of remote work and the importance of trust but verify in managing sales teams. Carrie emphasizes the need for a sales strategy in startups and the importance of understanding the problem the product solves. They also discuss the importance of delivering honest feedback and the impact of having a deliberate sales strategy in a startup environment.
Read MoreIn this new episode of Can I Offer You Some Feedback, Sara brings on Courtney, a program development manager at a nonprofit. They discuss their initial reactions to feedback, preferences for giving and receiving feedback, and the importance of empathy and meaningful feedback. Courtney shares examples of receiving feedback in a remote work setting and emphasizes the need to check biases when giving feedback. They also discuss the importance of leading by example and creating a culture of feedback within teams.
Read MoreIn this episode, Sara interviews Ginny Nemchick, a principal consultant of people operations, about the challenges and changes in HR and people operations in the past four years. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on workplaces, the importance of values alignment, and the need for clear policies and practices. Ginny shares examples of clients who are successfully implementing positive changes and offers insights on delivering hard-to-hear feedback. They also discuss the value of investing in people operations and the role of external consultants in providing a fresh perspective.
Read MoreIn this new episode of Can I Offer You Some Feedback, Sara talks to an HR manager Jenn. They discuss feedback as a tool for personal improvement. Preferring to be the receiver of feedback, Jenn emphasizes the importance of timely and impactful feedback. She believes that creating a culture of feedback and modeling it at the highest levels is crucial.
Read MoreIn this Consultant episode, Sara talks with George, a consultant and coach specializing in HR and DEI consulting. They discuss DEI practices, the importance of mental health in the workplace, and the role of feedback in leadership development. George shares his approach to coaching and training, emphasizing the need for leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for their employees. They also discuss the power of networking and building relationships in the HR and DEI space.
Read MoreDiscover how to make feedback a positive experience in the latest episode of “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?”! Featuring the insightful Otto, a fundraising and development officer for a large nonprofit and a former real estate broker owner. Otto introduces a refreshing take on delivering constructive criticism with kindness and intention. Timing is everything! Sara and guest, emphasize the importance of allowing feedback to breathe. Learn how to balance immediacy with thoughtful reflection in your feedback conversations.
Read MoreThis week Sara brings on Jaclyn, a customer success manager at an open source software company. They discuss how feedback should be paired with empathy and curiosity while also having the best intentions. It’s easier to have constructive or corrective conversations when establishing credibility and building a relationship first.
Read MoreThis week Sara talks with Liz, professor of environmental history. Hear their approach to conversations surrounding meaningful feedback, that is encouraging and promoting growth. They discuss the distinctions of gauging the type of feedback that needs to be given in different situations. What works for someone may look different with another person.
Read MoreIn this episode of “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?” Sara brings on Pat, an Operations Director and Life Coach! They talk about remaining open to receiving an observation from someone and in doing so, making the other person feel comfortable to provide the feedback.
Read MoreThis week Sara talks with Kerry, head of HR at a Social Services Agency. They discuss the importance of providing and responding to feedback that moves the conversation forward. Rooting feedback in curiosity and understanding, while also being specific. Having the necessary conversations with vulnerability and bravery. Want more feedback conversations?
Read MoreThis week Sara welcomes Rita who is a digital fabrication education consultant. They talk about providing feedback organizationally and in the education system. When taking the time to break down how to approach feedback alongside someone and not from above them. It’s a process that we might not get right the first time, but are in this together.
Read MoreThis week Sara welcomes Amanda, she’s an executive director of an LGBT chamber of commerce. They talk about being open to a conversation of feedback that comes with uncertainty. Debriefing, decompressing and thinking of the language around getting to what needs to be said. How can we approach feedback? What skills are put into place to reach that space of meaningful feedback?
Read MoreThis week Sara welcomes Registered Dietitian and Health Coach Divya to the conversation! They talk about distilling the most important information in reacting to receiving feedback. While the feedback should be providing assistance and support for professional development and growth. It’s imperative to understand the why behind the improvement and provide guidance to make important changes, by using examples and recommendations.
Read MoreThis week Sara is joined by Khaliah who is a Director of Policy at a Health System and a Professor of Nursing. They talk about the preparation of providing feedback to others to level set a crucial or critical conversation. Being upfront, candid and very clear so feedback is not a journey of surprise.
Read MoreThis week Sara brings on Adrianne who is an Associate Dean of Equity and Belonging. They talk about resonating feedback with a cord that already exists within yourself. Rather critical or encouraging feedback, it’s like putting a mirror right in front of you and having those “aha!” moments.
Read MoreIn this episode of Can I Offer You Some Feedback Sara brings on Jeff! As the President of an Independent Marketing Strategy Firm, he shares how the shifts of feedback in different leadership roles. Juggling the changing nature of feedback and figuring out what works for success when either providing individual or team feedback.
Read MoreThis week Sara is joined by Director of Advancement, Kayla! She has a tiny cocktail brewing of perfectionism and excitement around feedback. They discuss the unknowns of feedback delivered and how to understand your audience and tailor the message coming across.
Read MoreThis week Sara brings on Rene, Founder of a product innovation firm with extensive training and experience in industrial design. They discuss the joys and challenges of giving and receiving feedback. It can be challenging not to look at feedback with an anxious eye. It’s important to have context and do the information gathering to make feedback impactful.
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