JOURNAL ARTICLE

Get Clearer, More Actionable Feedback.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2025. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wilding, Melody 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on strategies for receiving clearer and more actionable feedback in professional settings, particularly as one advances in an organization. It highlights the common issue of vague feedback from managers and offers practical approaches to obtain specific guidance, such as asking targeted questions, aligning feedback with personal goals, presenting binary choices, observing non-verbal cues, and communicating the impact of unclear feedback. The author emphasizes that as professionals progress, the responsibility for seeking clarity often falls on them, and developing the skill to translate abstract feedback into actionable insights is crucial for effective performance. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2025/04, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186276458
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