Giving constructive criticism

- Can you give me some feedback…on how you thought the meeting went?…That was my colleague asking me to share…my thoughts at the latest meeting I attended.…She caught me off guard…and I wish I would have had some warning,…because, to be honest with you, I didn't think she handled…the facilitation and organization as well as she could have.…Do I say: You did a great job?…Or do I tell her?…Over 50 percent of employees in today's workplace…receive feedback that's too general…or not designed to give enough constructive criticism…from their supervisors or their colleagues.…

This statistic was mentioned in an article…in the journal of Association for Talent Development…titled "Please Boss Me Around."…Giving constructive feedback is an art,…and their are a few things to consider…before designing your message.…That includes: creating an atmosphere for feedback…and developing the right strategy for your message.…Let's break this down.…A feedback-friendly atmosphere starts with you,…no matter what your position is.…If you ask for feedback for yourself,…