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Inspiring Feedback for Leaders

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Connect. Reflect. Grow.

When given effectively, feedback reinforces strengths and highlights opportunities for growth. When received with a growth mindset, it plants the seeds for transformation and performance improvement. And when everyone embraces it, it generates a motivated, inspired workforce that outperforms the competition.

This program is for those who want actionable insights and effective feedback strategies in a concise timeframe. Learn essential techniques and models for giving and receiving feedback, with practical takeaways you can apply immediately in your daily interactions. 

Everyone thrives in a feedback-friendly culture. Fuel your organization’s growth mindset by signing up today!

Offered in partnership with The Humphrey Group

Who should attend

The course is ideal for:

  • Managers, supervisors and team leaders responsible for guiding, motivating and engaging teams
  • Emerging leaders and high-potential employees preparing to step into leadership roles 
  • HR and talent development professionals who play a role in coaching, performance management or organizational development 
  • Educators and trainers who support learners’ growth, particularly in learning-focused environments

 

The impact

Embarking on an Executive Education program focused on communication can be a transformative experience for individuals seeking to enhance their professional impact. Participants stand to gain a multitude of benefits:

Promote a growth mindset:

  • Explore your personal attitudes toward feedback
  • Be fully present and engaged in the feedback process
  • Give and receive feedback in a constructive spirit

Deliver impactful feedback:

  • Listen physically, mentally and emotionally
  • Adapt language and positioning for different audiences
  • Help others build clarity and accountability to change

Remove the sting from difficult conversations:

  • Use empathy and disarming techniques to create common ground
  • Respond positively to emotionally-charged responses 
  • Focus on outcomes, not on people

Receive feedback well: 

  • Reframe feedback to hear it as an opportunity, not a threat 
  • Actively seek out feedback on ways you can improve
  • Identify your takeaways and commit to change

Help others fulfill their potential:

  • Conduct dialogues that develop confidence and self-awareness
  • Guide individuals to find their own solutions
  • Make feedback part of a Betterment culture

How you will learn

You will learn a structured framework for giving constructive feedback and welcoming it from others. You’ll also have opportunities to practice your new skills in a safe environment, and get feedback to improve your approach.  

Upcoming sessions

calendar Dec 9, 2025

In-person

price_tag $1390.00 + tax (5%)

8:30am - 4:30pm in Vancouver, BC

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Program features

  • Group work
  • Group coaching
  • Hands-on exercises 
  • Grasp how leadership behaviours can influence team dynamics around feedback
  • Gain practical tools for giving clear and constructive feedback, even in challenging situations
  • Enable others to recognize the impact of their actions, without criticizing or assigning blame
  • Open people’s minds by offering constructive solutions and beneficial outcomes for the future
  • Receive feedback openly and thoughtfully, without becoming defensive or reactive
  • Build confidence in handling any type of feedback conversation
  • Create a psychologically safe environment where feedback is embraced
  • Engage in dialogues that promote personal growth—for yourself and others

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  • Foster a feedback-positive culture that supports continuous improvement
  • Develop trust and improve relationships throughout the organization
  • Enhance collaboration by promoting open, respectful dialogue
  • Develop teams that are better equipped to constructively handle both positive and negative feedback
  • Build a strong foundation for employee growth and performance

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The Change Catalyst: Feedback that Works

  • How attitudes and mindsets impact the ability to give and receive feedback effectively
  • Leadership behaviours that influence team dynamics around feedback
  • Modelling the right behaviour

Making Feedback Matter

  • How to give feedback that is structured, constructive and outcome-oriented
  • Tailoring feedback to the individual and the situation
  • Role play and practice: initiating and providing feedback

The Power of Listening

  • The role of active listening in feedback processes
  • Step-by-step process for receiving feedback effectively
  • Tools to ask thoughtful, clarifying questions that enhance people’s understanding of feedback
  • Practice: asking clarifying questions

Feedback in Action

  • How to turn feedback into a habitual, ongoing process within yourself and your team
  • Case study reviews and group discussions on feedback culture and strategies

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Vanessa Bragg

The Humphrey Group

Renowned for her warmth and genuine care for people, Vanessa has led a distinguished career in Learning & Development and HR. As a professional communications coach, she leads the development and execution of extensive leadership programs for all levels, from emerging leaders to executives. She has a unique ability to make others feel valued and important, and tailors her approach to each individual she works with.

Vanessa excels at orchestrating engaging discussions that foster collaboration and problem-solving. Her approach nurtures an environment conducive to growth and sustainable outcomes. Whether she is coaching leaders or facilitating group training, her aim is steadfast: to empower potential and foster impactful change.

Vanessa is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, a Chartered Professional in Human Resources and an Institute of Learning and Performance Certified Training and Development Professional. She holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from Capilano University and a Certificate in Human Resources Management from BCIT.

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Why UBC Sauder Executive Education?

Elevate your career and organization with UBC Sauder. Recognized as a global leader in executive education by the Financial Times, our programs deliver a transformative learning experience, resulting in tangible impact.

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