Let’s be real—giving feedback shouldn't feel like walking into a firing squad or hosting a damn hug circle. (Though, for the record, I am pro hug circle.) In this episode, I unpack why feedback feels so freaking hard for most leaders—and how EOS makes it easier, cleaner, and way less soul-sucking.

We dive into the real emotional fallout of unclear expectations, what happens when you confuse familiarity with clarity (yes, I'm looking at your veteran team member who should know better), and how to anchor in your values without weaponizing them.

If you’re tired of repeating yourself, avoiding the hard convos, or wondering why your team isn’t getting the message, this episode is your playbook for doing it better. Not perfectly. Just way, way better.

We’re using the EOS lens here—think structured convos, scorecards, GWC, and quarterly rhythms—all in service of actual safety and honest dialogue.

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:46 Why Feedback Fails
05:52 The EOS Lens on Feedback
13:25 Assumptions and Clarity
15:51 Anchoring in Values
19:37 Leading Through Feedback
24:52 Conclusion and Call to Action

✨ Want to actually build a feedback system that works? Join the waitlist for my EOS Mastermind, kicking off again very soon. We cover all of this and more, and you'll walk away with real tools, not just good intentions: www.taravossenkemper.com/eos-mastermind