What do you do if feedback triggers defensiveness or personal offense?
When you're tasked with giving feedback, it's crucial to be mindful of how it's received. Sometimes, despite your best intentions, feedback can trigger defensiveness or even personal offense in the recipient. This reaction is natural, but it can hinder the growth and progress that feedback aims to foster. To navigate these delicate situations effectively, you need to employ empathy, clarity, and a strategy for moving forward without causing further distress. Let's explore how you can facilitate team dynamics by managing defensive responses to feedback.