Provide consolidated feedback.

Nine separate messages will get read as noise. Send it once, send it together.

The problem with drip-feeding

Feedback is essential, but how it’s delivered can drastically affect its efficacy. One document, one round, one deadline. Everyone reads the same thing and argues about it in one place instead of six.

Where to Implement

Consolidate feedback:

• At every milestone. New build drops, get everyone in one review.
• At decision points with more than two stakeholders.
• Any time you catch yourself about to send a second email.

Practical Tips for Providing Consolidated Feedback

1. Gather Input: Compile and review all comments and insights before sending feedback to ensure consistency. Ensure that everyone who needs to provide input can do so, and tell them when you expect it so you don’t exclude anyone.
2. Use Tools: Leverage a centralized tool for communication and record-keeping.
3. Schedule Feedback Sessions: Organize meetings to discuss feedback collectively rather than piecemeal through emails.
4. Teach it: Show people what useful feedback looks like. Be specific, and write it down.

Look at the last feedback you sent. How many messages was it?