Giving Early Feedback on Communication Habits
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Giving Early Feedback on Communication Habits
You’re in a regular 1:1 and want to bring up the need for clearer updates and more context in her messages.
Your Role
Manager
Goal: Give clear, constructive feedback early without discouraging enthusiasm
Character Profile
Isabel Nguyen, Mid-20s (Female)
Isabel is a bright, enthusiastic new hire — but her written updates are vague and her async handoffs cause confusion. She means well but hasn’t built strong communication habits yet.
Addressing Passive-Aggressive Behavior in a Mid-Level Engineer
You’re bringing this up in a 1:1 after hearing from multiple teammates and observing patterns yourself.
Your Role
Manager
Goal: Give clear, behavior-based feedback and reset tone expectations
Character Profile
Tasha Green, Early 30s (Female)
Tasha is a skilled engineer, but lately she’s been responding with sarcasm in code reviews and venting in group chats. It’s affecting team dynamics and trust.
Calling In a Senior Engineer With Undermining Behaviors
You’ve received consistent feedback and witnessed the behavior yourself. This conversation is about protecting team culture — not just fixing one incident.
Your Role
Manager
Goal: Deliver high-stakes feedback clearly while preserving respect and the potential for change
Character Profile
Renee Walker, Late 30s (Female)
Renee is technically sharp and highly respected — but she’s been dismissive in discussions, cuts people off, and overrules decisions without alignment. It’s starting to damage morale and psychological safety.