Effective Engineering Leaders

Effective Engineering Leaders

How to get good at giving feedback

Feedback is the breakfast of champions and this is how you prepare it

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James Samuel
Feb 05, 2024
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When we touch a hot stove, we quickly remove our hands and learn never to touch it again when it’s hot.

We all learn through feedback, from the searing pain of a hot stove to the warm praise of a job well done. It's the cornerstone of growth, both in life and especially in the world of work.
As a senior engineer or tech lead, feedback is one of the most…

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