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One-Minute Communications Tips Archive
July 2007


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How to Ask for Feedback

You've written that all-important speech or trade journal article, and you want a trusted colleague to look it over before you reveal it to the world. How you make your request determines whether you receive a productive critique.

A blanket "Tell me what you think" often results in polite kudos or a quick proofread. Neither of which enable you to improve your work meaningfully.

The remedy: Request specific feedback. Ask questions like:
  • What was my overall message?
  • Was anything unclear?
  • Did I give too much/too little information?
  • Any typos?
  • Is it persuasive enough?

You'll get a more accurate and actionable analysis. Your coworker's answers will guide you to the document's problem areas, and you'll know precisely what to fix.
 

© Arun Sinha, Access Communications. Access Communications is a marketing communications and technical writing firm based in Stamford, Connecticut, USA. Sign up for Access Communications's One-Minute Communication Tip at http://www.AccessConsultingInc.com. Once a month, you'll receive an actionable idea or technique on an aspect of business communications, distilled into about 150 words.


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