Leadership Requires Setting Expectations and Giving Feedback

Two other communication skills critical for good leadership are setting expectations and providing feedback for others. As a leader, it’s your responsibility to be clear about people’s roles and goals and what you expect from each individual. It’s up to you not only to articulate your strategic vision, but also to communicate clearly how you expect people to fulfill it. If you are fuzzy about what you want from people, they will flounder. They need to hear from you, and you need to make sure they understand you.

If you haven’t set clear expectations, you won’t be able to provide accurate feedback. The goal of giving feedback is to help another individual grow and develop. Your comments ...

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