Coaching Quote by Jennifer Hyman
“Real-time feedback and coaching promotes learning. When feedback is connected to compensation, feedback is muted, distorted, and given less frequently.”
About This Quote
When feedback is tied to pay, it becomes a tool for compliance rather than learning, reducing its honesty and frequency.
In simple terms: Pay‑linked feedback loses honesty.
Key Takeaway
Separate learning feedback from compensation.
Themes
feedback
learning
compensation
Mood
critical
strategic
Type
business
advice
When to use this quote
- performance reviews
- coaching sessions
- salary negotiations
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
human resources
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you design feedback systems that stay truthful?
- What incentives preserve learning value?
A Different Perspective
Companies may argue compensation motivates quality feedback, but it often skews data.
