Question

A new associate recently joined your team. He is struggling with the feedback-rich environment in which team members are encouraged to openly share and receive feedback. When given feedback, he becomes extremely defensive. Assuming all options are possible, what would you be most and fast likely to do?(A) Give him a little more time to make the adjustment. Continue to observe his progress in this area and take action only if he fails to improve(B) Talk with him to share your observations and expectations. Ask for his thoughts on the situation and put together an action plan to drive improvement.(C) Encourage him to accept the feedback, view it in a positive light, and try to learn from it rather than rejecting it outright.(D) Provide this individual with feedback more often. Debrief with him to ensure that the feedback is being accepted.

Answer 1

Answer:

(D) Provide this individual with feedback more often. Debrief with him to ensure that the feedback is being accepted.

Explanation:

The reason for choosing this option is to help him learn and adjust to the feedback rich environment. If he is not hinted and left to adjust, he might not ever get used to the new environment and will feel that he can be an exception.

By giving him feedback more often and briefing him after it, will make sure that he is not offended and that he understands the intent and focus of the feedback which is purely professional.