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Grant presents the research on why most organizations fail at feedback: the giver fears damaging the relationship, the receiver fears hearing criticism, and the organizational culture does not support honest communication.
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Grant argues that traditional performance reviews create judgment environments (am I good enough?) rather than growth environments (how can I improve?). Judgment environments trigger defensiveness; growth environments trigger curiosity.
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Grant argues that withholding feedback is not kindness — it is cowardice dressed up as consideration. Honest feedback may create short-term discomfort but builds long-term trust and relationship quality.
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