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FEEDBACK EXAMPLES

Feedback examples for your manager (upward feedback)

Feedback to your manager feels risky, but most managers want it and rarely get it. Keep it specific, about the effect on your work, and framed as a request. Choose a calm moment, such as your one-on-one.

Constructive feedback examples

  • UNCLEAR PRIORITIESThis week I had three requests marked urgent and I was not sure which came first. Could we agree the top priority each Monday? It would help me focus.
  • LAST-MINUTE REQUESTSThe last two reports were requested on Friday afternoon for Monday. If I could get a couple of days’ notice, I could do a better job on them.
  • CANCELLED ONE-ON-ONESOur last three one-on-ones were moved. I find them really useful. Could we keep a regular slot, even if it is shorter?
  • TOO LITTLE FEEDBACKI am not always sure how my work is landing. Could you tell me one thing that went well and one to improve after big pieces of work?
  • MICROMANAGEMENTI noticed you have been checking in a few times a day on [project]. Would a short end-of-day update give you what you need? I would find it easier to focus.

Positive feedback examples

  • THANKING YOUR MANAGERThank you for backing me in the meeting with [team]. It gave me the confidence to push for the change, and it worked.

Tips

  • Lead with the effect on your work, not with a judgement of them.
  • Make a request they can say yes to.
  • Thank them when things change.
  • Use a simple shape: what happened, the effect it had, and what you would like next time.

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