4 Strategies to Help New Leaders Give Feedback

Every leader faces challenges like establishing credibility, managing up, and building strategic relationships when they start a new role. One of the most sensitive and critical challenges is giving feedback, which can feel like walking a tightrope: You haven’t had the chance to build credibility with your new team, but you’re under pressure to prove your value quickly. Moving too fast can lead to missteps, while waiting too long risks inaction and meaningful opportunities lost.