How to Discuss Performance Issues

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How to Discuss Performance Issues

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May 22, 2023

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Please take our listener survey: kell.gg/podsurvey On this episode of the Insightful Leader: giving negative feedback is not easy, but such critiques can be meaningful for both parties if you use the right roadmap.

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May 22, 2023

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How to Discuss Performance Issues

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