
EP 18: A Coach’s Way to Give Feedback
What is the difference between ‘Giving Feedback’ and ‘Sharing Observations’? It's not just about finding a better name for something awful. It's a much more productive way to engage and help!
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What is the difference between ‘Giving Feedback’ and ‘Sharing Observations’? It's not just about finding a better name for something awful. It's a much more productive way to engage and help!

Lazy feedback lacks substance and erodes trust. Instead, provide detailed observations that highlight specific behaviors and use the 'Power Thank You' structure for effective feedback.

Starting a coaching conversation is crucial. Avoid negative assumptions and choose open questions like "What's on your mind?" It helps build trust and focus.

Help coachees uncover goals when they're unsure. Use negativity bias: ask what they don't want, then follow up with "What would you like instead?"

Learn leadership mindsets from gardening and carpentry. Gardeners shape the environment, while carpenters shape the object. Understand complexities, limitations, and autonomy.

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Reflect on reflection's value in learning. Explore divergent and convergent thinking. Learn 3 coaching methods: planning, curiosity, and follow-up for effective leadership.

Learn the power of asking effective questions. Explore closed, seemingly open, and content-driven questions' impact on discussions and understanding usefulness.

Discover when coaching is valuable and when it's not for leaders. Explore scenarios where autonomy, trust, and empowerment can make coaching highly effective.

Explore the depth of asking "What’s your recommendation?" and its coaching principles through different perspectives like optimism, alternatives, and action.

Learn how to ask bad questions with these surefire methods: use closed questions, offer disguised solutions, overwhelm with choices, and more!

Start with small steps in introducing coaching to your leadership style. Reverse the order of conversations – ask for recommendations before giving advice. This builds motivation and efficient discussions.