Setting The Stage For Upward Feedback

Fostering psychological safety at work often starts with creating a culture of two-way feedback. This session equips leaders with practical tools to lead with humility and set the stage for a culture in which upward feedback is welcomed and valued.

Leaders will deconstruct common barriers to upward feedback, such as power dynamics, fear of retaliation, or cultural differences, and explore tools for inviting dialogue that transcends those challenges. Participants will leave with the skills to create a truly inclusive environment where all team members feel empowered to share their perspectives openly.

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Learning Outcomes

  • Learn what psychological safety is and why it is foundational to effective feedback loops within teams.

  • Explore strategies for managing power dynamics and cultural differences when seeking feedback from diverse team members.

  • Gain practical, actionable strategies for creating space for upward feedback, including setting expectations, modeling vulnerability, and facilitating open conversations.

Content May Include

  • Common challenges leaders face when encouraging upward feedback.

  • Managing feedback across cultural, gender, and hierarchical differences.

  • Pragmatic tips and techniques for modeling vulnerability and openness.

  • Practical examples of how to integrate regular upward feedback into team routines.

  • Case studies or role-playing exercises to practice receiving and responding to feedback.

Methodology

Learning sessions are highly interactive and participatory to encourage active learning and engagement with the material. Workshops will likely include lecture presentation, large group discussion and scenario discussion facilitated through virtual tools.