Is your career or business in a slump? Is it beyond time for a raise? Are you waiting for someone, anyone, to recognize your potential and give you the opportunity to shine? Getting promoted in your career or your own business isn’t the result of doing quality work day-in-and-day-out. I’m sure there are some people who get promoted doing quality … Read More
Give feedback that gives back
One of the most valuable skills I’ve learned in Toastmasters is how to give helpful and encouraging evaluations. I’ve learned the best feedback is constructive and motivating. Most of us have many opportunities to give professional feedback. Managers need to give feedback regularly (not just once a year!), as do committee members, project leaders, team members, and customers. We all … Read More
How to give constructive feedback
Maintaining positive, healthy relationships requires good communication and constructive feedback. Many of us shy away from sharing feedback, while others share it a little too freely. Giving constructive criticism appropriately is not easy for most of us- myself included! What is constructive criticism? Dictionary.com defines constructive as: 1. constructing or tending to construct; helping to improve; promoting further development or … Read More
7 ways to ace your next performance review!
Preparing for your performance review and actively participating in your performance discussion will boost your confidence, highlight your value to your employer, and help you focus and direct your future career development.
Turn negative feedback into accomplishments.
A positive attitude is contagious, and you will soon have the people around you rallying behind you and supporting you to do great work.