Coaching Real Leaders How Do I Handle Negative Feedback from My Team?
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Nov 27, 2023 The podcast explores how a new leader handles negative feedback from her team, discussing the challenges and offering insights on staying open to growth opportunities, responding authentically, building trust, understanding team members, and framing negative feedback to move forward.
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Internal Conflict
- Robin's internal conflict stemmed from feedback contradicting her self-assessment and observed team interactions.
- She sought external validation from mentors and colleagues but ultimately needed to find her own path forward.
Focus on Response, Not Feedback
- Muriel Wilkins advises Robin to focus on responding effectively to feedback rather than dissecting its validity.
- Robin feels her authentic response would be perceived as defensive and unproductive.
Authenticity vs. Defensiveness
- Robin struggles to respond authentically without seeming unaccountable or defensive.
- Previous attempts at expressing her true feelings led to redirection and unresolved issues.