Send us a text A listener writes in with a relatable issue: a colleague who double-checks everything, asks constant questions, and turns high-stakes work into a crawl. In this episode, Dr Liv and Dr Emma dig into the tension between psychological safety and performance. They also discuss how to give kind, clear feedback without harming psychological safety. Our hosts explore triggers, values, and practical scripts to turn frustration into better teamwork.  • mapping when and why over-question...

The Human-Savvy Podcast

Liv Oginska & Emma McConnell

Season 3, Episode 6: "They really annoy me!" - handle your emotional reactivity and give feedback appropriately

NOV 20, 202553 MIN
The Human-Savvy Podcast

Season 3, Episode 6: "They really annoy me!" - handle your emotional reactivity and give feedback appropriately

NOV 20, 202553 MIN

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Send us a textA listener writes in with a relatable issue: a colleague who double-checks everything, asks constant questions, and turns high-stakes work into a crawl. In this episode, Dr Liv and Dr Emma dig into the tension between psychological safety and performance.They also discuss how to give kind, clear feedback without harming psychological safety. Our hosts explore triggers, values, and practical scripts to turn frustration into better teamwork.• mapping when and why over-questioning happens• reading psychological safety versus uncertainty• turning feedback into a two-way dialogue• asking for advice, not just feedback• separating reactions from chosen behaviour• spotting values behind triggers and stories• fast regulation tools and longer-term mindset shifts• practical steps: prep, meet, co-create solutions, review(click here to contact / learn more about Dr Liv Oginska >>> )(click here to contact / learn more about Dr Emma McConnell >>> If this conversation helps, share it with a leader who needs a boost, subscribe for more human-savvy strategies, and leave a quick review to tell us what tactic you’ll try first.Click here to find more leadership resources connected to the Human-Savvy Podcast Episodes >>>> Do YOU have any questions for Human-Savvy? Are you a leader or professional in need of advice on interpersonal dynamics, team leadership, or other related areas? We are here to help you! Please send your letter to [email protected] with the title "Dear Human-Savvy..." and we promise to fully anonymise it and record an episode entirely devoted to tackling your challenge!Also, we deeply value your feedback. Please email us your thoughts, ideas and suggestions to [email protected] or follow and message Dr Liv on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-liv-oginska-53b345200Find your FREE RESOURCES here >>> (click)