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Models of Constructive (Critical) Feedback

September 15, 2022 By Olesia Ulianova

🎯 GROW Model

A coaching-based framework that works perfectly for feedback discussions.

  1. Goal — What goal did the employee set?
  2. Reality — Did they reach it? How satisfied are they (0–10 scale)?
  3. Options — What could be done differently? How would a more experienced person handle it?
  4. Will — What will they change next time? What specific actions will they take?

🌟 STAR Model

Originally from behavioral interviews, but great for reflective feedback.

  1. Situation — Describe the context.
  2. Target — Clarify the goal or task.
  3. Action — Discuss what the person actually did.
  4. Result — Review the outcome and insights.

🧩 PPP Model (Problem — Reason — Support)

Discuss what happened, why it happened, and how to prevent it — together find solutions and outline the next steps.

🔍 OMRA Model (Observation — Motive — Result — Action)

Structured as a question-based reflection:

  • What happened?
  • Why did it happen?
  • What was the result?
  • What actions should be taken next time?

🤝 SLC Model (Successes — Learn — Change)

Used in team reviews.
Each team member defines:

  • their successes,
  • what they learned,
  • what they plan to change.
    Then the team collectively agrees on the most valuable lessons and next steps.

💬 B.O.F.F. Model (Behaviour — Outcome — Feelings — Future)

Scenario: a new customer service agent, Irina, consistently violates service standards — doesn’t greet clients, acts rudely, ignores calls, and extends lunch breaks.

  1. Behaviour — Describe the observed facts:
    “Irina, on Nov 5th and 7th you didn’t greet clients and missed several calls.”
    Keep it factual and neutral.
  2. Outcome — Discuss the consequences:
    “This affects client satisfaction and increases the number of complaints.”
  3. Feelings — Express your emotions:
    “It’s disappointing to see this happening. Your teammates feel stressed when they have to cover your absence.”

Future — Plan the next steps:
“What can you do differently next time? Let’s agree on concrete actions and a check-in date.”
The focus is on ownership and commitment.

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Olesia Ulianova

Ph.D., MBA, CEO of Telesens, Founder of IT Grow Center (ITGC)

I am a trainer, coach, and leader with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of technology, management, and people development.

My mission is to help leaders and teams become more effective, adaptable, and self-aware in a world that changes every single day.

🔹 Ph.D. in Technical Sciences and General MBA — a combination of systems thinking and strategic management.
🔹 CEO of Telesens — over a decade of experience in IT business development, organizational transformation, and building high-performance teams.
🔹 Founder of IT Grow Center (ITGC) — a space where future managers, trainers, and leaders grow.
🔹 MBA in Business Psychology — a deep understanding of human behavior, motivation, and management psychology that helps build mature teams and lead change effectively.
🔹 Author of the “Antimanager. Soft Skills Guideline” series — a trilogy on personal development, communication, and leadership.
🔹 Member of the International Association of MBAs (UK)
🔹 Certified Coach (ACSTH/ACTP) and former USAID mentor.

 

My approach is built on a simple belief:

“Everything is possible. The impossible just takes a little longer.”

I believe that growth begins with an honest dialogue with yourself, and actual effectiveness starts with inner balance.

In my blog, I share practical tools, transformation stories, and proven methods that help managers and leaders act consciously, avoid burnout, and achieve more — both in business and in life

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