A Lean Journey 
On Fridays I will post a Lean related Quote. Throughout our lifetimes many people touch our lives and leave us with words of wisdom. These can both be a source of new learning and also a point to pause and reflect upon lessons we have learned. Within Lean active learning is an important aspect on this journey because without learning we can not improve.
Feedback
provides valuable insights into our strengths and areas for growth, enabling us
to learn, adapt, and become more effective in various areas of life.
Tips for
giving feedback:
Make time
- Regardless
how busy you are, create a feedback calendar and take it seriously! - If
you become aware of a “positive” or “negative” action, acknowledge it
immediately
Make it honest and meaningful
- Be
prepared to provide specifics about both negative and positive feedback - Think
in terms of praise and constructive criticism – both contribute to growth
Use goal tracking
- If you don’t know how to get
started, review how the individual has helped (or hindered) the
achievement of organizational or team goals
Discuss and document the top 3 strengths and 3 growth opportunities
- For
the strengths, try to leverage them and keep them sharp - For
the growth opportunities, determine what actions can be implemented
immediately, which require assistance (ex. Training/mentoring), and have a
plan for tracking progress
Commit to supporting continual learning
- Review
what in house programs are available - Ensure
your budget adequately includes development opportunities - Investigate
external training that can address your focus areas
Leaders
should take the first step: Model the behaviors you want your managers to
display by sharing ” Feedback” with them. Help your managers provide
meaningful feedback by prioritizing manager development. Then watch as your
feedback culture accelerates workplace productivity and engagement.
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