Heart & Graft (Episode 8) - Boom Goes the Feedback

alt titles: The good, the awkward and the the specific, Praise Addicts Anonymous, 

 

Ever wondered why workplace praise feels so awkward to receive, even though we crave it? Join Nicky in this candid café-style conversation with Joel Fielder and Mia Shepherd as they unpack the complex psychology of positive feedback at work.​ They discuss why generic "great job" comments disappear into thin air, explore the difference between praise and affirmations, and share their views on giving feedback that actually lands. From emotional bank accounts to creating "praise addicts," discover what makes recognition meaningful and sustainable.​

Why Listen:

• Learn the crucial difference between praise and affirmations – and why one creates dependency while the other builds lasting confidence.​

• Understand the "emotional bank account" concept and how positive recognition helps teams admit mistakes faster and work more collaboratively.​

• Explore workplace feedback systems – from digital platforms to peer recognition tools.

• Hear honest personal stories about the awkwardness of receiving compliments, creating praise notebooks, and transforming from managers who think "you get paid to be here" to leaders who build thriving teams​