212: Avoiding the biggest pitfalls with tough feedback | Part 2 of 3
Episode description
You know you should say something.
About the missed deadline.
The behavior in meetings.
The drop in quality.
But the conversation feels uncomfortable, so you wait.
And that’s how small issues turn into big surprises.
In this episode, I break down the most common mistakes leaders make with feedback — and how to handle tough conversations in a way that actually improves performance.
You’ll learn:
- Why feedback triggers defensiveness (even when you’re careful)
- What happens to team trust when issues sit too long
- How avoiding one person affects everyone else
- Why “they should already know” is a dangerous assumption
- Simple ways to make expectations explicit
- How to address problems earlier without being harsh
- Why letting things slide creates bigger cleanups later
If you want fewer awkward escalations and more consistent performance, this episode gives you the tools.
Best for founders, managers, and team leads who want to be direct, fair, and clear.
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