4 Steps Every Leader Needs to Follow When Managing Defensive Employees

Описание: Struggling with defensive employees after giving feedback? Learn the 4 easy steps to handle defensiveness with care, and turn tough conversations into opportunities for growth.
In this video, I’ll walk you through a simple yet powerful coaching loop you can use when defensiveness shows up:

🔹 Step 1: Reflect – Name what you’re noticing without blaming
🔹 Step 2: Regulate – Calm the moment and invite understanding
🔹 Step 3: Reset – Rebuild trust and keep the conversation productive
🔹 Step 4: Revisit – Return to the feedback with clarity and compassion

Chapters:
00:00 4-Step Coaching Loop For Defensiveness
04:00 The Best Leaders Are Coaches
05:07 Long Term Strategies For a Feedback Culture
08:12 Final Encouragements

By using these steps, you’ll coach with care and confidence, creating a more open, trusting environment with your team. Ready to lead with more impact? Don’t miss my FREE workshop on empowering your team through coaching at https://heykaralist.com/workshop.