Give Constructive Feedback Without Conflict

Standard Workplace Communication paragraph

Best used with: Claude

Also works with: claude chatgpt

Prompt Template

I need to give constructive feedback to a direct report whose work quality has slipped recently due to [ISSUE_REASON]. Draft a conversational, empathetic, yet firm script for our upcoming 1:1 meeting. The goal is to correct the behavior without causing defensiveness and to outline a supportive path forward. Frame it using the Situation-Behavior-Impact model.

Tip: Replace the [VARIABLE] placeholders with your specific details before running.

Variables in this prompt

ISSUE_REASON

Prompt Details

Category / Subcategory Workplace Communication Feedback Conversations

Difficulty Standard

Output Format paragraph

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Best for Roles

manager executive

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