Feedback isn’t criticism. It's Care in Action
Care Enough to Give Feedback: Why Feedback Is the Ultimate Act of Leadership
Feedback isn’t about criticism. It’s about care.
As leaders, teammates, or friends, offering feedback is one of the most powerful ways we can show we value someone’s growth, success, and well-being.
This blog unpacks the insights from our Power Triangle framework to help you reframe feedback as a tool for connection, trust, and transformation.
Overcome the Fear of Feedback
For many of us, the thought of giving feedback creates anxiety.
We hesitate because we’re worried about:
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Hurting someone’s feelings
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Damaging relationships
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Facing defensive reactions
But here’s the shift: when delivered with care, feedback builds trust, not tension. It shows you respect the other person enough to invest in their development and that’s a sign of strong leadership.
“Feedback is not about what’s wrong. It’s about what’s possible.”
Care Enough to Step In
It’s easy to avoid giving feedback when something doesn’t directly impact us.
But leaders who make a difference choose to step in anyway.
Providing feedback signals genuine concern for someone’s growth and success. It’s not about pointing out flaws it’s about saying:
“I care enough about you to want to see you thrive.”
This mindset shift transforms feedback from confrontation into collaboration.
Feedback Is the Ultimate Act of Care
When you give feedback, you’re offering someone a gift insights, resources, and strategies to improve.
Leaders who care enough to be uncomfortable create real transformation because they:
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Value the person’s growth over their own comfort
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Offer practical guidance instead of vague criticism
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Create space for open, honest conversations
Feedback fuels progress. Without it, teams stagnate, relationships plateau, and potential goes untapped.
Step Into Care, Not Criticism
Instead of viewing feedback as an obligation, reframe it as an opportunity.
When feedback comes from a place of authentic concern, it empowers people to see blind spots, unlock potential, and build confidence.
Great leaders don’t just manage — they mentor, coach, and care.
Putting It into Practice
Here’s how you can integrate this approach into your leadership style:
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Pause before giving feedback and ask: “Am I leading with care?”
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Be specific and actionable focus on behaviours, not personalities
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Create an open dialogue where feedback flows both ways
The Power Triangle framework is built around this principle:
Care enough to give feedback. Care enough to grow together.
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