The success of feedback hinges on trust. The team’s receptiveness to feedback is determined by the level of trust the leader has built up over time. When leaders cultivate a relationship where team members feel supported and valued, their feedback is seen as a stepping stone to success rather than criticism.
For feedback to be effective, it must be built on the solid ground of trust between the leader and the team.
What degree of trust have you earned from your team to this point? What is one way you can strengthen that trust with your team now, so your feedback in the future will be received well?