Work Communication
Give Feedback Without Sounding Harsh
Feedback is easier when you focus on the work, the impact, and the next step.
Be specific, not personal
Talk about the behavior or result instead of making a judgment about the person.
- Name the situation.
- Explain the impact.
- Suggest the next step or ask a question.
Use a steady sentence
A steady sentence keeps feedback direct without turning it into a speech.
- I noticed this.
- It affects this.
- Can we adjust it this way?
Try this: Kind feedback is not vague. Useful feedback is clear enough to act on.
Final takeaway: Aim for specific, calm, and useful.