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Criticism, Feedback and the Power of Praise

Criticism, Feedback and the Power of Praise

A good leader knows how to give feedback and praise. Just ask Kim Scott, whose TED Talk on Radical Candor, transformed our understanding of what it means to be a good boss. Certainly, criticism may be hard to take, but withholding feedback doesn’t do anyone any favors.  Scott’s “r... Read More
American Idol’s Lessons on Giving Feedback

American Idol’s Lessons on Giving Feedback

When I was growing up, my two sisters were amazing singers and I’ve always been a little in awe of them. They tried to teach me to sing, but then offered the savvy feedback that maybe I should just mouth the words. When I came upon Kim Marshall‘s synopsis of David Slomp’s Kappan... Read More
Probing Questions for Icebreakers & Goal Setting

Probing Questions for Icebreakers & Goal Setting

Many trainers like to start with a stimulating question to break the ice, foster introductions, help participants get to know each other, and reduce tension. Trainers from around the world contributed to this excellent list of opening icebreaker questions. Icebreaker Questions about you What are you... Read More
Reward Performance

Reward Performance

Words of wisdom… “It’s not what you give them, but what they take away that counts.”   ~ Mel Silberman Don’t wait until the end of the session to congratulate learners. “Feedback has been shown to be one of the most significant activities a teacher can engage in to impr... Read More