Pocket Sized Pep Talks

When Feedback Hurts More Than It Helps

Episode Summary

Committing to improvement without feedback is nearly impossible. But there’s a surprising truth about feedback that most people overlook: timing matters just as much as honesty, and the wrong feedback at the wrong moment can do more harm than good. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll explore the difference between feedback people truly need and feedback they simply don’t need to hear. You’ll discover how to offer your opinions in a way that helps others grow instead of unintentionally taking the wind out of their sails.

Episode Notes

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you’ll learn:

• Why feedback is essential for growth—but why timing is just as important.
• How to recognize the difference between someone seeking advice and someone seeking encouragement.
• Why asking, "What do you think?" isn't always the invitation it appears to be.
• When negative feedback can actually undermine confidence instead of improving performance.
• How your relationship with the other person should influence the feedback you give.
• A simple two-question test to determine whether your feedback is truly helpful.
• How to deliver feedback with greater empathy, compassion, and impact.

To learn more about Rob and his work, visit www.Jolles.com