How To Give Feedback Without Sounding Like A Jerk
Make Feedback Effective, Respectful, And Impactful—Every Time!

Instructor :
Suzanne Lucas
Webinar ID:
19931
Date: JUN 20, 2025 (FRI)
Start Time: 11:00 AM PT - 12:00 PM PT
Duration: 1 Hr.
What you will learn
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- Master The Art Of Giving Clear And Constructive Feedback
- Understand Why Timing And Delivery Impact Feedback Effectiveness
- Use Active Listening To Foster Open And Honest Communication
- Adapt Feedback Styles For Both Introverts And Extroverts
- Apply The “Feedforward” Approach To Drive Future Improvement
- Avoid Common Feedback Mistakes That Create Resistance Or Panic
- Leverage AI Tools Like ChatGPT To ….
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- Master The Art Of Giving Clear And Constructive Feedback
- Understand Why Timing And Delivery Impact Feedback Effectiveness
- Use Active Listening To Foster Open And Honest Communication
- Adapt Feedback Styles For Both Introverts And Extroverts
- Apply The “Feedforward” Approach To Drive Future Improvement
- Avoid Common Feedback Mistakes That Create Resistance Or Panic
- Leverage AI Tools Like ChatGPT To Enhance Clarity And Impact
- Build A Feedback Culture That Boosts Trust And Team Performance
Course Description
Giving feedback can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be awkward, confrontational, or ineffective.
The key is knowing how to deliver honest, constructive feedback in a way that encourages growth, accountability, and positive change—without coming across as harsh or insensitive.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn practical strategies to provide feedback that is clear, professional, and results-driven. Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or team leader, mastering this skill is essential for building stronger teams, improving performance, and fostering a culture of open communication.
Key Takeaways:
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- Understand the psychology of feedback—why people resist it and how to overcome that
- Use proven techniques to give feedback that is direct yet respectful
- Balance constructive and positive feedback to motivate and engage employees
- Avoid common mistakes that make feedback ineffective or demoralizing
- Learn when and how to give real-time feedback versus structured performance reviews
With the right approach, feedback can become an opportunity for growth, not a source of conflict.
Join us to learn how to make every feedback conversation meaningful, productive, and professional!
Enroll Now!
Giving feedback can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be awkward, confrontational, or ineffective.
The key is knowing how to deliver honest, constructive feedback in a way that encourages growth, accountability, and positive change—without coming across as harsh or insensitive.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn practical strategies to provide feedback that is clear, professional, and results-driven. Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or team leader, mastering this skill is essential for building stronger teams, improving performance, and fostering a culture of open communication.
Key Takeaways:
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- Understand the psychology of feedback—why people resist it and how to overcome that
- Use proven techniques to give feedback that is direct yet respectful
- Balance constructive and positive feedback to motivate and engage employees
- Avoid common mistakes that make feedback ineffective or demoralizing
- Learn when and how to give real-time feedback versus structured performance reviews
With the right approach, feedback can become an opportunity for growth, not a source of conflict.
Join us to learn how to make every feedback conversation meaningful, productive, and professional!
Enroll Now!
Why you should attend
Giving feedback is a critical leadership skill, yet many professionals struggle to strike the right balance between honesty and empathy.
Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or team leader, your ability to deliver feedback effectively can directly impact employee performance, engagement, and retention.
This course goes beyond theory—it provides practical, hands-on techniques to help you:
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- Deliver constructive feedback without sounding harsh, judgmental, or condescending
- Use the “feedforward” approach to drive future growth instead of dwelling on past mistakes
- Build trust and open communication to create a culture where feedback is welcomed, not feared
- Gain confidence in handling difficult conversations with professionalism and clarity
If you want to influence, motivate, and develop your team, this training will give you the tools to make your feedback clear, actionable, and impactful.
Join Now!
Giving feedback is a critical leadership skill, yet many professionals struggle to strike the right balance between honesty and empathy.
Whether you’re a manager, HR professional, or team leader, your ability to deliver feedback effectively can directly impact employee performance, engagement, and retention.
This course goes beyond theory—it provides practical, hands-on techniques to help you:
-
- Deliver constructive feedback without sounding harsh, judgmental, or condescending
- Use the “feedforward” approach to drive future growth instead of dwelling on past mistakes
- Build trust and open communication to create a culture where feedback is welcomed, not feared
- Gain confidence in handling difficult conversations with professionalism and clarity
If you want to influence, motivate, and develop your team, this training will give you the tools to make your feedback clear, actionable, and impactful.
Join Now!
Areas Covered
1. The Role of Feedback in Leadership
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- Why dealing with people is a core management function
- The true purpose of feedback: Making your employees’ jobs easier
2. The Foundations of Effective Feedback
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- The power of active listening and why it matters
- Communication strategies for different personality types:
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- Tips for introverts to engage in open discussions
- Managing and guiding extroverts effectively
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- The importance of timely feedback—when and how to deliver it
3. Structuring Your Feedback for Maximum Impact
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- Why your authentic self may not always be the best self when giving feedback
- Clarity is key—how to ensure your message is understood
- Leveraging ChatGPT to structure and refine feedback
4. Delivering Feedback With Confidence
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- Staying on track during feedback conversations
- “Feedforward” approach—focusing on future improvement instead of past mistakes
- Creating a calm, constructive environment
- Avoiding feedback mistakes that induce panic or resistance
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
1. The Role of Feedback in Leadership
-
- Why dealing with people is a core management function
- The true purpose of feedback: Making your employees’ jobs easier
2. The Foundations of Effective Feedback
-
- The power of active listening and why it matters
- Communication strategies for different personality types:
-
- Tips for introverts to engage in open discussions
- Managing and guiding extroverts effectively
-
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- The importance of timely feedback—when and how to deliver it
3. Structuring Your Feedback for Maximum Impact
-
- Why your authentic self may not always be the best self when giving feedback
- Clarity is key—how to ensure your message is understood
- Leveraging ChatGPT to structure and refine feedback
4. Delivering Feedback With Confidence
-
- Staying on track during feedback conversations
- “Feedforward” approach—focusing on future improvement instead of past mistakes
- Creating a calm, constructive environment
- Avoiding feedback mistakes that induce panic or resistance
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
Who is this course for
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
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- Managers Looking To Improve Team Communication And Performance
- HR Professionals Responsible For Employee Development And Feedback
- Team Leaders Seeking To Give Clear And Effective Feedback
- Business Owners Wanting To Foster A Feedback-Driven Culture
- Supervisors Handling Performance Reviews And Workplace Coaching
- Executives Focused On Building A High-Trust Work Environment
- Professionals Struggling With Delivering Honest Yet Respectful Feedback
- Anyone Looking To Master Constructive Workplace Conversations
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
-
- Managers Looking To Improve Team Communication And Performance
- HR Professionals Responsible For Employee Development And Feedback
- Team Leaders Seeking To Give Clear And Effective Feedback
- Business Owners Wanting To Foster A Feedback-Driven Culture
- Supervisors Handling Performance Reviews And Workplace Coaching
- Executives Focused On Building A High-Trust Work Environment
- Professionals Struggling With Delivering Honest Yet Respectful Feedback
- Anyone Looking To Master Constructive Workplace Conversations
Instructor Profile
Suzanne Lucas spent 10 years in corporate HR where she hired, fired, managed the numbers, and double-checked with the lawyers. She left the corporate world to advise people and companies on how to have the best Human Resources departments possible.
Suzanne integrates best practices with innovative ideas and humor, including using improv comedy as a tool for leadership development. Suzanne’s writings have been published at CBS News, Inc. Magazine, Reader’s Digest, and many other sites. She’s been named a top influencer in HR. You can read her archives at EvilHRLady.org or check out her Tedx Talk: Forget Talent and Get to Work.