Giving Upward Feedback to a Supportive Manager
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Giving Upward Feedback to a Supportive Manager
You're in a regular 1:1 and Monica asks, 'Is there anything I could be doing better as a manager?' You want to give helpful feedback without sounding critical.
Your Role
Engineer
Goal: Give thoughtful, constructive upward feedback in a respectful and safe way
Character Profile
Monica Reyes, Late 30s (Female)
Monica is a well-liked manager who genuinely wants feedback. She’s great with people but sometimes misses updates or next steps in sprint planning. She’s asked you directly for input during your 1:1.
Giving Honest Feedback to a Manager Who Often Interrupts
It’s your 1:1. David has asked for team feedback, and you want to raise the issue of over-talking — but in a way that lands well.
Your Role
Engineer
Goal: Give respectful upward feedback about meeting dynamics and airtime
Character Profile
David Lin, Mid-40s (Male)
David is an experienced and high-energy manager who genuinely wants to support the team. But in meetings, he often interrupts or redirects conversations, making it hard for quieter voices to speak up.
Giving Feedback to a Manager Who Doesn’t Take Criticism Well
Jonathan asked for 'no filter' feedback during your 1:1. You’ve noticed team morale dipping, partly due to his blunt communication style and pressure during crunch times.
Your Role
Engineer
Goal: Deliver honest upward feedback with care, clarity, and political awareness
Character Profile
Jonathan Hale, Early 50s (Male)
Jonathan is a senior manager who cares about delivery — but has a reputation for reacting poorly to feedback. He’s asked you to be candid, but in past cases, people who spoke up got sidelined or shut down.