Here are a few tips to deliver constructive feedback and make it a positive experience for your employee: Giving performance feedback is an essential part of being a leader. When done properly, it can promote trust between you and your teams, reduce stress and improve relationships.

• Have the conversation when you are calm.
• Describe specific behaviors or actions that are problematic and give examples.
• Offer feedback on actions that need to be taken, not personality or qualities.
  
• Explain the effect the behavior has on the rest of the team.
  
• Listen and acknowledge excuses that may be provided but stay focused on the behavior.
  
• Offer specific suggestions for improvement and ask for a change in behavior.
  
• Reaffirm the person’s ability to make the change.
• Conclude with encouragement, ending on a positive note.