In my experience, no process is more essential for your team than a consistent, constructive flow of feedback. There is an idea that feedback should always be delivered in private unless it’s praise, but that mindset prevents teams from performing at peak levels because it limits collective ability to learn together. Teams with a solid foundation of trust can be honest with each other, and honest teams are more likely to be trusting teams - it’s a virtuous cycle. However, don’t equate honesty with brutality. You can give honest feedback, even in front of teammates, and do it with kindness and respect.
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