Communication Quote by Sheryl Sandberg
““To help the conversations go well, I reminded everyone that feedback should always go both ways. I talked about how a single sentence can make people more open to negative feedback: "I'm giving you these comments because I have very high expectations and I know that you can reach them.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Facebook Leadership Talk, 2015
Effective feedback works when it is framed with high expectations and confidence, encouraging openness to criticism.
In simple terms: Feedback works best when expectations are high and confidence is shown.
Key Takeaway
Frame feedback with confidence and high expectations.
Themes
communication
leadership
feedback
psychology
Mood
encouraging
professional
constructive
Type
advice
leadership
psychological
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- coaching sessions
- peer evaluations
Key Concepts
expectations
confidence
growth mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance high expectations with realistic goals?
- What language builds trust in feedback?
A Different Perspective
If expectations are unrealistic, feedback may feel discouraging.
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