# 5 Mistakes Managers Make When Giving Negative Feedback

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Podcast: [Harvard Business Review](https://stenobird.com/podcast/harvard-business-review-7777387)
Published: 2026-05-18T07:30:00+00:00
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5 Mistakes Managers Make When Giving Negative Feedback 25 Jan 2025 --- Navigating performance conversations is one of the toughest challenges for new managers. It’s natural to feel nervous about giving critical feedback, but avoiding these common mistakes can help ensure the discussion is productive and constructive. Read the full article by Steve Vamos here: https://s.hbr.org/40X2hlv ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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