We Need to Talk About What's Not Working

This exercise helps teams practice giving and receiving constructive feedback in a safe, respectful way. Learn to address problems early without blame, using structured feedback techniques.

Estimated time: 50 – 60 minutes

Introduction & Setup

5 minutes

Set the context and create psychological safety.

Instructions

Explain the purpose: help each other improve by giving feedback that is specific, kind, and actionable.
Emphasize that feedback is about behavior and outcomes, not about attacking the person.
Agree on a core principle: feedback is a gift meant to help, not to blame or shame.