Brian WalchOwner at Shiftfocus Coaching and Consulting

Practice Positive Feedback

Name: Practice Positive Feedback
Uploaded: 2025-06-19T13:45:10+00:00
Duration: 31 s
Channel: Brian Walch
Description: Brian Walch argues for a 5:1 ratio of positive to negative feedback. Give five compliments or constructive comments about strengths before offering one…

19 Jun 2025 · 1 min

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Brian Walch argues for a 5:1 ratio of positive to negative feedback. Give five compliments or constructive comments about strengths before offering one critique. This practice creates more chances to give feedback, builds a supportive environment, and reinforces what people do well.

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When you heard that we're talking about feedback, you probably thought things like performance improvement, behavior change, or some kind of critique. But I want you to rewire your brain. When you think feedback, I want you to think positive feedback. Whenever that topic is mentioned, you should aim to give positive feedback at a 5 to 1 ratio to negative feedback, which means you're finding five things to comment on. Five positive things to give feedback on for every one negative thing gives you lots of opportunities to practice.