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Problem With Your Boss? Here’s How To Give Constructive, Helpful Feedback

Providing constructive feedback to a colleague can feel uncomfortable, but when it’s to your boss, it’s downright nerve-wracking. However, if they are doing something that negatively impacts you or the company, it’s important to speak up and let them know.

Striking the right balance is key here: You want to offer your honest perspective, but you don’t want to come off as disrespectful or unappreciative of their hard work.

To help you with this challenging situation, we asked the members of Forbes Coaches Council how to tactfully and professionally give constructive feedback to a bad manager. Follow their advice the next time you need to have a difficult conversation with your boss. Click to read all tips and insights.

Lori Harris is a member of the Forbes Coaching Council, and Managing Partner of Harris Whitesell Consulting.

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