Feedback has the power to motivate and improve performance, but it often backfires. Instead of sparking growth, it can trigger defensiveness or lead to silence. Some people soften their words so much ...

In our research on what makes work meaningful, one of the most powerful, but underused, leadership practices was the simple act of saying “thank you” (Adams & Myles, 2025). Meaningful work isn’t ...

Social discomfort is so universal that social psychologists like me have made careers out of studying it. We can find it almost anywhere, like in salary negotiations or small talk conversations that ...

It’s nice to receive positive feedback at work, isn’t it? Whether it’s recognition from a client, praise from a manager or even a casual “good job on that” from one of your colleagues, hearing other ...

WorkTango examined news articles, peer-reviewed research, and recent surveys to compile tips for giving powerful, actionable feedback at work. - PeopleImages.com - Yuri A // Shutterstock WorkTango ...

I work at a large retailer in an environment where “feedback is vital to success.” In other words, feedback flows like water, whether it be positive or constructive. The issue I have been having, ...