Feedback Skills

  • Do you find it difficult to deliver or receive feedback?
  • Are you aware of how powerful feedback can be as a development tool if it is delivered correctly?
  • Do you need to develop your skills in giving feedback, practicing in a safe environment?

This workshop explores the dynamics of effective feedback delivery in the context of the work environment, focusing on the needs of the manager and covering a number of typical feedback scenarios, including performance management and appraisal.

Aim:

To enable delegates to boost their skills in the delivery of feedback in the context of their work environment by practicing a variety of techniques in a safe environment, with guidance and feedback from a tutor.

Objectives:

By the end of this workshop delegates will be able to:

  • State the purpose of feedback and where it is use within the context of the work environment
  • Identify why giving feedback might be challenging in different scenarios and apply various techniques to overcome the difficulties
  • Apply a framework of constructive feedback that can be used in a number of different situations
  • Display effective questioning techniques to draw out learning points
  • State key considerations to be applied when planning for  a feedback session
  • Demonstrate body language appropriate for the delivery of effective feedback, including active listening skills

Methods:

This one day workshop will be highly participative and will include the planning, delivery and follow up of a practical feedback session.