The two articles I read about feedback strategies were Why Do So Many Managers Avoid Giving Praise, by Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman, and Be a Mirrior, by Gravity Goldberg.
Both articles offered concrete examples of positive and negative feedback, but the second article by Goldberg was definitely more descriptive in terms of describing useful feedback for growth. Both articles agree that positive feedback is important, but Goldberg clearly adheres to a hierarchy of constructivism over positivity. Goldberg also outlines specific things to consider when giving feedback, which is helpful for both giving and receiving feedback in a constructive way. Overall, there are many helpful things to take from Goldberg's advice.
As a musician, feedback is a vital part of my day-to-day, academic experiences. I have found that fellow students and peers tend to walk on egg shells when they give feedback, while teachers are generally more willing to point out problems spots in a song. That being said, some teachers are also prone to use "I think" statements, which makes some goals more about praising the teacher's needs rather than personal growth. Goldberg's article is very insightful for people that are constantly giving and receiving feedback, and I will certainly be thinking about being a mirror in my next studio class or rehearsal.
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Both articles offered concrete examples of positive and negative feedback, but the second article by Goldberg was definitely more descriptive in terms of describing useful feedback for growth. Both articles agree that positive feedback is important, but Goldberg clearly adheres to a hierarchy of constructivism over positivity. Goldberg also outlines specific things to consider when giving feedback, which is helpful for both giving and receiving feedback in a constructive way. Overall, there are many helpful things to take from Goldberg's advice.
As a musician, feedback is a vital part of my day-to-day, academic experiences. I have found that fellow students and peers tend to walk on egg shells when they give feedback, while teachers are generally more willing to point out problems spots in a song. That being said, some teachers are also prone to use "I think" statements, which makes some goals more about praising the teacher's needs rather than personal growth. Goldberg's article is very insightful for people that are constantly giving and receiving feedback, and I will certainly be thinking about being a mirror in my next studio class or rehearsal.
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Graphic of a Mirror
Frame Mirror Picture
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