On this episode of Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast with Rita Sever we dive into the art of giving effective feedback—especially in supervisory roles, though the strategies apply across many relationships and settings. We start by reflecting on last month’s insights and move into what brain research tells us about how people receive feedback—spoiler: negative feedback hits harder than the positive kind.
You’ll learn why preparation is key, how to shift the dynamic from confrontation to collaboration, and why brevity and conversation matter. We also introduce the powerful J-O-I-N formula (Join, Observation, Impact, Need) to help you structure feedback in a way that builds understanding instead of defensiveness.
We walk through real-world examples, share two common pitfalls to avoid, and explore common reactions and how to respond effectively.
Whether you're leading a team or navigating everyday communication, this episode will give you practical tools to deliver feedback that actually makes a difference.
LISTEN TO LAST MONTH'S PODCAST ON THE BENEFITS OF FEEDBACK: https://youtu.be/fSAi0EAWgWg?feature=shared
Rita Sever is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/
Big Blend Radio's SUPERVISION MATTERS Podcast features new episodes every 3rd Friday at 12pm PT / 3pm ET. Follow the podcast here: https://supervisionmatters.podbean.com/
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