Business Analysis Live! How to Give and Receive Feedback
Giving and receiving feedback doesn’t have to feel awkward—discover how to turn it into a powerful relationship-building skill!In this episode of Business Analysis Live, I sit down with Paweł Sidorowicz to unpack the art (and science!) of feedback. We explore why feedback matters, how to give it thoughtfully, and what it takes to receive it with grace—even when it stings. From practical frameworks to real-life stories, this conversation is packed with insights you can use right away to strengthen relationships at work and beyond. If feedback has ever felt uncomfortable, this episode will help you rethink it as a gift, not a lump of coal.
🎙️Episode Highlights
- Why feedback is essential for building trust and relationships
- Common challenges in giving and receiving feedback
- A practical 4-step framework for delivering feedback effectively
- Managing emotions before and during feedback conversations
- Active listening and self-awareness as feedback superpowers
- Cultural and personal factors that shape feedback
- How to handle sensitive topics and timing
- Turning feedback into growth opportunities
🔗 Resources
- Connect with Susan on LinkedIn
- Connect with Paweł on LinkedIn
Business Analysis Live is hosted by Susan Moore, Community Engagement Manager with the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). We talk with business analysis professionals about business analysis topics and answer questions from our live audience. If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to hit that Like button, subscribe to the channel, and share it with your friends. Your support helps us keep bringing you great content!The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) is a non-profit professional association serving the field of business analysis. As the global thought leader and voice of the business analysis community, IIBA actively supports the recognition of the profession, and works to maintain global standards for the ongoing development of the practice and certifications.Learn more at https://www.iiba.org/