Delivering Feedback and Criticism

Delivering Feedback and Criticism Training

In order to optimize operations within your company, it is essential that communication remains efficient and effective. This training session will serve to provide the necessary tools for delivering feedback or criticism in a tactful manner – one which can nurture rather than diminish productivity. Through this exercise we hope to assist each member of your organisation with capturing constructive insights from any situation and using them as fuel for growth!

Delivering feedback in a timely and sensitive manner is essential for any organisation operating at its fullest potential. From employees to leaders, our training courses empower all levels of the company culture with bravery when communicating critical messages, kindness as their baseline attitude, and an awareness of how certain members may respond to constructive criticism. Structured team workshops focused on communication methods, providing feedback , and promoting overall organisational improvement are invaluable components which will ensure continued success within your business’s infrastructure.

Say What Matters. Hear What Counts. Build a Stronger Workplace.

Feedback is one of the most powerful tools in any workplace — yet it’s often the one we struggle with the most. Whether it’s giving honest input to a colleague or receiving criticism with grace, feedback shapes how we grow, collaborate, and lead.

That’s why we’ve designed the Delivering Feedback and Criticism Training — a practical, people-focused workshop that helps professionals build the confidence and communication skills to offer (and receive) feedback that actually helps.

This course isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about creating open, respectful dialogue that improves performance, boosts morale, and makes your workplace culture stronger from the inside out.


🧠 What This Training Offers

Whether you’re managing people, working in a team, or just want to communicate more clearly, this course gives you the tools to handle feedback conversations with more confidence, less discomfort, and better outcomes.


✅ What You’ll Learn

🔍 Understanding the Role of Feedback

We start with the fundamentals — what feedback actually is, why it matters, and how it helps you grow personally and professionally. You’ll explore different types of feedback, from everyday conversations to formal performance reviews.

🗣️ Speaking Clearly and Objectively

It’s not just what you say, it’s how you say it. Learn how to give honest, helpful feedback without sounding harsh or vague. You’ll practice techniques that focus on clarity, fairness, and constructive outcomes.

🎯 Communication Strategies for Real Conversations

Explore specific tools for approaching feedback conversations — from asking the right questions to reading the room. You’ll learn how to deliver messages that are respectful, direct, and easy to act on.

🧩 What Makes Feedback Effective?

Not all feedback is created equal. This session introduces six core elements of great feedback and a simple framework for structuring your conversations — whether casual or formal.

🤲 Receiving Feedback with Confidence

Giving feedback is only half the equation. Learn how to accept constructive criticism without getting defensive — and how to turn it into action that drives improvement.

🗃️ Practice in a Safe Space

We’ll move from theory to practice, with live discussion exercises and hands-on feedback activities. These sessions give you the space to test out new skills and build confidence before you take them back to work.

🎯 Your Next Steps

Wrap up with a guided Q&A and create a personal action plan. Leave the workshop with a clear idea of how to bring better feedback practices into your day-to-day work.


👤 Who This Course Is For:

  • Team leaders and managers

  • HR professionals and trainers

  • Staff involved in coaching, development, or peer review

  • Anyone who wants to communicate more effectively and support a healthy, open workplace culture


📍 Available Australia-Wide
We deliver this training in person, online, or in a custom format to suit your team or industry.

📩 Want to turn feedback into a tool for growth — not discomfort?
Get in touch to book your session or request a customised version of the Delivering Feedback and Criticism Training for your workplace.

Delivering Feedback and Criticism Outline

Course Overview

We will begin the day with a session to get to know each other better and outline our plans for the workshop. Moreover, participants will have the opportunity to express their goals.

Topics covered in this course

Definitions

In this session, participants will be introduced to the concepts of feedback and the various ways it can benefit them in different situations. By acquiring these skills each participants will gain insights into their personal growth dynamics.

Speaking Clearly

During this session participants will learn skills in providing descriptive feedback. They will also uncover the techniques for remaining impartial while offering criticism leading to outcomes.

Communication Strategies

This part of the session aims to equip participants with communication tools for delivering feedback. They will explore questioning techniques delve deeper into issues using approaches and practice controlling verbal cues for successful outcomes.

Characteristics of Effective Feedback

During this session, participants will commence on a journey that explores the art of feedback. Through guided lessons attendees will gain knowledge about the six components that constitute feedback as well as a framework for both formal and informal conversations. To reinforce their understanding learners can then apply these skills to crafted case studies before exploring examples from real life situations!

Receiving Feedback with Grace

Developing into a professional involves knowing how to graciously accept constructive criticism. This session will equip participants, with the tools to confidently give and receive feedback!

Dipping Your Toes In

In this session participants will have an opportunity to refine their communication skills by engaging in applied feedback discussion.

Wrapping Up the Workshop

At the end of this learning session, participants can take a moment to discuss their questions and outline the steps they intent to take on their journey.

Learning Outcomes

Customised Training Session For Teams (Included No Charge)

At Paramount, we understand the importance of customizing our training courses to suit your individual needs. Our experienced team are always on hand to provide you with a tailored experience – from changing font size and color palette all the way through choice of words, questions and aesthetic designs. We’re committed to ensuring that every learner has an optimal learning journey by adapting each course according to their own requirements; so don’t hesitate in getting in touch for any customisation requests!

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Instructor Led 1 on 1 Workshop

Empower yourself with one of our expert-led courses! Pick a date that suits you, no need to wait for an upcoming course – we offer convenient online instruction via Zoom and sessions typically last 4-6 hours.

1 Hour Instructor Led Session

Take advantage of a one-hour online Zoom session with an experienced professional trainer and upgrade your skillset. Strengthen abilities related to any module, course or workplace element – right from the comfort of home!

Self Directed Online Course

Our courses are pre-packaged with a range of activities, tests and learning videos – allowing learners to progress through the content at their own pace.

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