<ul><li>In some situations, it can soften the impact of negative feedback. But it’s important to note that this really only works if the two parties are clearly communicating.</li><li>For the person giving feedback, it can make it easier to give negative feedback.   Basically, it can help the feedback giver feel better about giving negative feedback.</li><li>It helps to end the meeting or conversation on a positive note.  It focuses the closing of the conversation on what the person is doing well in this particular role or situation. </li></ul>

Pros of the feedback sandwich

A feedback sandwich is a method of feedback where positive feedback serves as a cushion to negative feedback. Generally, a manager or superior delivers positive feedback. Then, they deliver critical or constructive feedback and close with positive feedback.
There are three components — or ingredients — to a feedback sandwich:
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<li>Praise</li>
<li>Negative feedback</li>
<li>Praise.</li>
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But here’s the problem with feedback sandwiches: they’re confusing and possibly not effective.

Giving constructive criticism: What is a feedback sandwich?

<ul><li>It can build more tension and confusion between managers and direct reports. The feedback sandwich lends itself to a reactive approach as opposed to proactive coaching. If you’re receiving a feedback sandwich, it’s likely that you haven’t asked for it.</li><li>It isn’t culturally inclusive. The feedback sandwich operates on a very Western and, arguably, American -style of communication.</li><li>It can create more anxiety for your employees. They know when there’s a little dance around the elephant in the room.</li><li>It can encourage bad listening habits. An employee can choose to only focus on the positive (even if th<warningtag>ey did hear the negative).</warningtag></li></ul>

Cons of the feedback sandwich

Getting comfortable with offering and receiving constructive criticism is fundamental to our professional development.

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