Give Feedback With "3 and 3" Method

Author

Justin Bateh
January 17, 2024

Read Time: 3 minutes

I'm excited to share an incredible tool for enhancing how we give and receive feedback: the "3 and 3 Method."

This straightforward yet powerful approach can revolutionize your interactions in professional settings or personal relationships.


Understanding the "3 and 3 Method"

The method is elegantly simple:

3 Things Done Well: Begin by highlighting three aspects that were handled exceptionally well. This not only boosts confidence but also acknowledges and reinforces strengths.

3 Areas for Improvement: Then, thoughtfully present three specific areas that could benefit from improvement, offering constructive criticism that focuses on particular behaviors or outcomes.

Implementing the Method

To effectively use this method:

  1. Observe and Note: Carefully identify three strengths and three areas for improvement, basing your observations on concrete examples.

  2. Provide Balanced Feedback: Start with the positive points, followed by the areas for enhancement. Always focus on behaviors or results.

  3. Encourage Dialogue and Action: Foster an open conversation, discuss actionable steps for betterment, and conclude on an encouraging note.

Why Adopt the "3 and 3 Method"?

Embracing this method offers numerous benefits:

  1. Motivation Boost: It spurs a genuine desire to improve.

  2. Goal-Setting Made Clearer: It aids in setting precise objectives for development.

  3. Sharpens Focus: It draws attention to key areas needing growth.

  4. Fosters Continuous Learning: It encourages an ongoing pursuit of knowledge and skill.

  5. Enhances Performance: It provides targeted feedback for better results.

  6. Strengthens Relationships: It nurtures constructive interactions.

  7. Drives Tangible Skill Improvements: It leads to real enhancements in skills and behaviors.

Integrating the "3 and 3 Method" into your feedback process can significantly improve performance and interpersonal relationships.

It's a simple yet transformative tool that I believe will be invaluable to you.

Give it a try and witness the positive changes it brings!

What’s your favorite feedback mechanism? Reply and let me know.

Until next time,

Justin

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