Turning Feedback into Your Superpower with Therese Huston

May 12, 2024

Cognitive scientist Therese Huston and host Kwame Christian discuss feedback in the workplace, highlighting the importance of clarifying intentions, overcoming psychological barriers, and fostering a culture of open communication. They provide strategies for delivering constructive feedback, turning difficult conversations into growth opportunities, and utilizing feedback for career advancement.

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ADVICE

Give the Feedback

Give uncomfortable feedback; don't avoid it.
Skipping hard conversations robs teams of growth opportunities.

ANECDOTE

The Designer Example

Therese Huston almost dismissed a designer for subpar work.
She then realized she should give feedback first and allow for improvement.

ADVICE

Flip the Perspective

Consider how you would feel if your manager withheld feedback.
Most people react passively to criticism and seek guidance.

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In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A., engages with cognitive scientist Therese Huston to unravel the complexities of providing effective feedback in the workplace. Through an in-depth discussion, they explore why people often misinterpret the intentions behind feedback and how articulating positive intentions can significantly enhance communication. They discuss practical strategies to foster a culture of open and constructive feedback, all aimed at improving negotiation skills and workplace dynamics. Therese Huston provides insights from her book "Let's Talk: Make Effective Feedback Your Superpower" and shares tactics on turning difficult conversations into opportunities for growth.

Topics covered:

- The psychological barriers to giving and receiving feedback effectively.

- Importance of clarifying intentions when providing feedback.

- Strategies for employees to actively solicit and utilize feedback for career advancement.

Listeners will learn:

- How to overcome the discomfort of delivering critical feedback with a focus on growth mindset.

- Techniques to ensure feedback is received in the spirit of helpfulness and improvement.

- The relevance of consistent, early communication in professional development and negotiation success

Let's Talk: Make Effective Feedback Your Superpower Book

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