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EPISODE · Sep 14, 2026 · 13 MIN

What 97% of Managers Get Wrong About Feedback (5-Step Fix Inside)

from Speak Freely · host Liam Channing

Only 3% of managers actually know how to give feedback that creates positive change. The rest? They're accidentally demotivating their teams with every "helpful" conversation. In this episode, Liam Channing reveals the five-step framework that transforms difficult conversations into growth opportunities everyone actually wants to hear. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • The surprising reason 74% of employees ignore feedback (and how to fix it) • Why asking "What could I do differently?" boosts reception by 30% • The exact timing that makes feedback stick instead of sting • How to turn defensive reactions into productive dialogue in under 60 seconds 👤 Perfect for: anyone who needs to give feedback at work, home, or in their community and wants it to actually work. 📍 Chapters: [00:00] Liam Channing reveals why most feedback fails spectacularly [02:15] Step 1: The setup that prevents defensive walls [04:30] Step 2: The delivery method that keeps people listening [06:45] Step 3: Why timing isn't what you think it is [08:30] Step 4: The follow-up question that changes everything [10:15] Step 5: Making feedback stick long-term The stats don't lie: teams getting regular, quality feedback show 12.5% better productivity. But here's the kicker - people remember negative feedback five times longer than positive feedback. That's why getting this right matters so much for your relationships and results. Stop walking on eggshells around difficult conversations. These five steps work whether you're managing a team of 50 or trying to help your teenager improve their study habits. 🔔 Never miss an episode: Follow Speak Freely on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and turn on notifications. New episodes drop daily, your next communication breakthrough is one tap away. 🔍 Topics: feedback techniques, communication skills, management training, difficult conversations, workplace productivity Stream the full show at Speak Freely ---- Keywords: leadership communication, presentation skills, career advancement, speaking anxiety, storytelling, communication skills, conversation skills, workplace communication Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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