Feedback often falls short of driving improvement. Attempting to enhance someone’s performance through feedback can sometimes lead to defensiveness and hinder growth.
What proves more effective is positive reinforcement. Highlighting past successes to inspire future actions is a more constructive approach to helping someone improve.
The key question becomes: what has someone done well in the past, and how can those strengths be applied to future challenges, especially in new ventures? This strategy encourages continuous growth by building on proven skills, connecting insights, and fostering improvement across diverse areas.