In this episode of “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?” Sara talks with Operations Executive and Culture Strategist, Diana. Being a coach by nature, Diana often gives others feedback. The process of giving feedback begins with kindness and empathy. The other component of this is honesty. Lastly, feedback has to serve a purpose to elevate or help the person. Think about feedback as a way to feed forward!
Read MoreIn this episode we explore Backwards Planning which was first introduced as a framework for curriculum design and education. This technique can be applied with a variety of scenarios, both professionally and personally. Estimating how long something will take can be very challenging but with practice you can determine how accurate you are, for success in the long run! Subscribe to this podcast today and so you never miss an episode!
Read MoreIn this episode we bring on Devon, an Operations Manager at a local contract manufacturer. In his role, he often provides action oriented feedback to achieve production goals. We discuss how giving feedback should be evidence based for greatest impact.
Read MoreThe Ishikawa Diagram, also known as the fishbone diagram, is a way of working through quality to assess and critically focus on the symptoms of a multifaceted process. This particular diagram encourages us to think about six different aspects. Oftentimes, when we're exploring a problem or seeing a problem as an output, we tend to forget that there might be a multitude of variables that are feeding into it.
Read MoreIn this episode Sara talks with Gausia, a financial analysis expert and they discuss how context plays a big role in how receptive someone is when feedback is being exchanged. Without prior knowledge of having this type of conversation, it could leave someone with an instant gut reaction for negativity. If actionable feedback is built ongoing, is specific and has some context, it can become a tool for motivation. Provide feedback regularly so it does not feel like one big looming conversation that’s going to take place.
Read MoreThe Eisenhower Matrix, first introduced by President Dwight Eisenhower, was a way to approach how we respond to urgency and importance. This 2x2 matrix is a tool all about prioritizing time and tasks. By segmenting things as important or not important as well as urgent and not urgent, we’re able to see what projects or tasks require our immediate focus now and which ones should be prioritized later. This is a simple yet effective exercise to help better understand how your time and tasks are fitting into your overall goals.
Read MoreEvery conversation is an opportunity for action oriented feedback. Today we’re joined by T and we hear about how he links conversations and action planning for results. This way relationships are constantly trying to help each other and raise each other up. No one likes to hear negative feedback but improvement comes when meaningful feedback is given with an opportunity for action.
Read MoreThe Critical Path Method is a term that is directly used in project management. This framework will help to identify the items that need to happen to accomplish the goal you are trying to complete. Utilize the Critical Path Method to determine if you have realistic time and resources for your task. By knowing these things in advance, it gives the opportunity to be able to adjust. It’s key to determine what items can be adjusted and which ones can’t.
Read MoreIn this episode we bring on higher education consultant Julie whose take on feedback is, “absolutely yes please!” Hear how feedback is not a bad thing, rather, it means someone is invested in you and wants to see you grow and develop. When feedback is given in a timely nature from a space of kindness and support, it can be a great learning experience.
Read MoreA Growth Mindset allows us to see challenges as an opportunity to develop further. Dr. Carol Dweck developed the growth and fixed mindset framework. A growth mindset is the idea that intelligence can be developed and is something that you don’t know yet. This difference in framing can have a powerful impact on success.
Read MoreFeedback looks different in different environments. Today we’re joined by James who has extensive experience in athletics and team development. In either setting, feedback has to be constant and specific. While in a professional setting, feedback provided with examples and details are very important. No matter the territory, for feedback to be meaningful it has to come from a place of trust and desire for someone to be better.
Read MoreStart, Stop, Continue is a simple yet powerful tool for business improvement. This framework is under the Agile system and it’s a type of sprint retrospective. This tool enables us to look back at a specific aspect of the project to identify improvements for individuals and teams to implement moving forward.
Read MoreFeedback can be a gift that keeps on giving. Our guest Aviva tells us how she sees feedback as art. When someone wants to share an observation it would be a missed opportunity to let it trigger instant vulnerability. Being retrospective can allow this type of exchange to be empowering for thinking about improvement.
Read MoreSMART Goals is a helpful guide to goal setting with clear objectives. This method encourages businesses to plan for the future for the likelihood of achieving success. Developed in 1981, SMART is an acronym that corresponds with the following: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time Bound. These five criteria provide organizations starting or growing their business, a framework to measure goals.
Read MoreFor some, the question “Can I Offer You Some Feedback?” can sound like the “we need to talk” of the business world. Your mind may start racing and the conversation and working back what happened. In this episode we talk with Andrew about his thoughts on feedback and tailoring feedback to ensure support to others. When it gets difficult to give constructive criticism, setting clear intentions is a great start.
Read MoreThe RACI Matrix provides structure and clarity when we think about projects and everyone's role involved. Oftentimes the success of our project isn’t measured by looking at milestones. The RACI Matrix provides an immediate overview with clear deliverables for an individual coming into the operation. Subscribe to this podcast today and so you never miss an episode!
Read MoreAppreciative Inquiry encourages us to think about the positive and what is working right. This approach, better known as AI, was first founded in the 80’s. This begins with us starting from a positive core and understanding the best outcome for a situation. The 4 different parts that make up this ideal around appreciative inquiry are discovery, dream, design and destiny. When we tie these together it helps us do more and is a key to success.
Read MoreManaging Up is a tool you can use when working with leadership. This strategy can be used to better understand your boss and bring out the best in an organization. It's important to consider many factors when doing this with your boss. To better understand a leader, learn them and their roles. Consider how they like to communicate, their work styles, priorities and have an open mind for change. When we are better able to do this and connect our goals with theirs we can proactively manage up.
Read MoreUsually feedback is given to someone during a performance review and is likely to occur after something goes wrong. When only disciplinary feedback is given, people tend to operate in fear. How can we create an environment that welcomes consistent feedback for the good and the bad?
Read MoreThis week we are talking about one of the hardest things to do as a manager, Delegation. When taking on too many tasks, utilizing this tool will benefit not only managers but the employees and organization as a whole. This allows everyone to learn new skills, build confidence and have increased motivation in the workplace. Benefits will be seen in increased teamwork, productivity and efficiency.
