Performance Review Feedback That Actually Sticks (Year-End Leadership Series) Things Leaders Do podcast

Performance Review Feedback That Actually Sticks (Year-End Leadership Series)

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Year-end performance reviews often fail because feedback evaporates by February. This episode shows you how to deliver feedback that actually changes behavior—whether you've been doing one-on-ones all year or you're starting fresh in 2026.

What You'll Learn:

How to own it when you haven't been present (the 10-second script that builds trust)
The four steps for giving feedback when you've been MIA
How to introduce one-on-ones without the awkwardness derailing you
The three anchors of feedback that sticks: specific, future-focused, accountable
Why 85% of employees consider quitting after an unfair review

Key Stats:

64% of employees say feedback quality needs improvement (Workleap, 2021)
Only 1 in 5 get weekly feedback, but half of managers think they give it often (Gallup, 2024)
Employees with regular manager input are 3.6x more motivated (Gallup, 2022)
Continuous feedback = 31% lower turnover (ClearCompany, 2023)

Questions I'll address:

How do I give feedback if I haven't been doing one-on-ones?
How do I introduce one-on-ones without it being awkward?
What makes feedback specific vs. vague?
How often should managers give feedback?

Part of the Year-End Leadership Survival Guide - 4 episodes to finish 2025 strong

Perfect for: Middle managers facing year-end reviews who realize they haven't been as present as they should have been

Need help building a feedback culture in your organization? Colby works with leaders and teams through keynote speaking, executive coaching, and leadership training.

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Chapters

1. Series Setup And Focus (00:00:00)

2. Why Performance Reviews Fail (00:00:46)

3. The One-On-One Gap (00:02:40)

4. Own Missed Check-Ins With Integrity (00:05:20)

5. Be Fair Without Inflating Ratings (00:08:40)

6. Make Feedback Concrete And Useful (00:10:30)

7. Pivot To Regular One-On-Ones In 2026 (00:12:15)

8. Three Anchors For Sticky Feedback (00:16:00)

9. Your Leader Assignment And Next Steps (00:20:20)

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