97. Harnessing Feedback for Growth

What Rules!?: A career podcast for women of color

We dive into the critical role that feedback plays in professional development, especially for multicultural women who are trying to advance their careers.

We tackle the significant gap with feedback in the workplace: many women report not receiving the feedback they need, or when they do, it lacks relevance and actionability.

As we navigate the complexities of asking for and receiving feedback, we address the challenges that can arise. Hosts Dr. Merary Simeon and Courtney Copelin share their personal experiences and discuss how to handle feedback that may come across as emotionally charged or unconstructive.

We also cover the importance of discerning the validity of the feedback you receive. Not all feedback is created equal, and some may stem from the giver's biases rather than an accurate assessment of your abilities.

Feedback is a powerful tool for growth, so tune in for how you can harness it effectively.

Episode Highlights:

• How feedback affects multicultural women

• How to ask for feedback

• How to receive feedback

• Using the R.E.A.C.H. framework for better feedback

• Not all feedback is good for you

• Recognizing bias feedback

• How to give feedback

• Feedback advice for leaders

Mentioned in this Episode:

2023 Language Bias in Performance Feedback by Textio

“Feedback Culture: Great Learning Design as a Bridge to Culture Building” by McKinsey & Co., 4/30/24

Merary’s Bio:

Dr. Merary Simeon, a seasoned Human Resources executive, brings 25 years of experience as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives in Fortune 50 corporations. Dr. Merary has a doctorate in Strategic Leadership. She is a best-selling author and co-host of the What Rules!? podcast. As co-CEO of Zera Consulting, she passionately advocates for the advancement of multicultural women in the workplace. Dr. Merary is from Puerto Rico and is fluent in Spanish.

Courtney’s Bio:

As an Accountability and Mindset Coach, Courtney is committed to helping her clients achieve their career goals to gain clarity, confidence, and alignment in their job search. With a passion for coaching and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in today's competitive job market, Courtney works closely with clients to provide guidance, support, and actionable strategies that drive results to level up their career.

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