The Feedback Minefield: How Leaders Build Trust (or Destroy It)

In this episode of The Agile Couple Podcast, Leeanne and Kevin McManus tackle one of the biggest workplace challenges: feedback TAC Feedback Edit Why do so many leaders ask for feedback — but struggle to truly hear it? We explore the common minefields that damage trust, including biased expectations, poorly framed surveys, ignored input, and broken feedback loops. You’ll hear practical insights on: Building trust through visible action Framing feedback around process improvement (not personal attack) Avoiding credibility traps when evaluating people or teams Creating real feedback loops that drive continuous improvement If you’re not getting honest answers — or you’re getting answers you don’t like — this episode will help you rethink how feedback should work in agile organizations and beyond.