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257 Expert Strategies for Handling Vague Feedback from Your Boss
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In this episode, you'll learn how to handle a manager who gives lazy, frustrating, and vague feedback. Drawing from the insights in his recent book, David offers practical phrases to navigate various feedback scenarios. Here's what you can do when you're faced with vague feedback, ask for specifics. Try saying, "Could you give me an example of what you're referring to?" If you're dealing with unfair ratings and feeling frustrated, express your concerns and seek a constructive solution. You might say, "I’m concerned about this rating and would like to understand how I can improve." To avoid surprise feedback, set up regular feedback sessions. This helps ensure you always know where you stand and can address any issues proactively. And when feedback is unclear, don't hesitate to ask for concrete examples. This will help you get the clarity you need to succeed. As a leader, giving meaningful feedback is crucial. Aim to be the kind of leader you would want your boss to be. By improving your feedback conversations, you can make your work environment better for everyone.
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250 episodes
Manage episode 418571395 series 2524248
In this episode, you'll learn how to handle a manager who gives lazy, frustrating, and vague feedback. Drawing from the insights in his recent book, David offers practical phrases to navigate various feedback scenarios. Here's what you can do when you're faced with vague feedback, ask for specifics. Try saying, "Could you give me an example of what you're referring to?" If you're dealing with unfair ratings and feeling frustrated, express your concerns and seek a constructive solution. You might say, "I’m concerned about this rating and would like to understand how I can improve." To avoid surprise feedback, set up regular feedback sessions. This helps ensure you always know where you stand and can address any issues proactively. And when feedback is unclear, don't hesitate to ask for concrete examples. This will help you get the clarity you need to succeed. As a leader, giving meaningful feedback is crucial. Aim to be the kind of leader you would want your boss to be. By improving your feedback conversations, you can make your work environment better for everyone.
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