Welcome back to the Integrated Leader Podcast! I’m Lauren Marie, and today we’re shifting gears to explore how to give constructive feedback that’s centered on behaviors—not personal traits. In this episode, you’ll learn why specific, behavior-based feedback is far more effective for improving performance than general criticism. Key guidelines include: • Be Specific & Clear: Focus on concrete actions and outcomes rather than vague statements. • Keep It Collaborative: Frame feedback as a joint effort to solve challenges. • Follow Up for Support: Establish a clear improvement plan and schedule a follow-up discussion. Using a real-life example, Lauren shows how replacing judgmental comments with actionable insights opens the door for collaboration and growth. Tune in to transform your feedback approach and build stronger, more productive relationships. Stay tuned for our final episode this week on holding ourselves and others accountable with effective follow-up. See you tomorrow!