The Seven Basic Components of Every Feedback Experience

Explore the essential components of critique.

If you think about it, feedback defines so many of our interactions. Not just with students but also with friends, family and our team members.

We are either receiving feedback or in a position to share it. There are not too many occasions when we don’t experience feedback in some form. I bet at some point today; you experience feedback.

It is a fundamental component of human interaction and a vital communication dynamic. Feedback is a glue that binds and potentially strengthens relationships. We might also say feedback is an idea propellant that drives us to succeed.

In this opening issue of the month, we explore the essential components of critique. We turn our attention to the small details in any feedback dynamic.

Let’s start with how to put your socks on

The story of John Wooden is a powerful reminder about focusing on the basics.

In the first UCLA training session, Coach Wooden would teach his university basketball team how to put on their socks and shoes.

It didn’t matter if the player was a freshman or a senior. Everyone needed to know how to do this essential…