***Next offered January 9, 2026 - 11am-12:30 pm*** You may also request this workshop for your dept, unit, or group on your preferred date using the Ombuds Workshop or Outreach Session Request form.

Do you find receiving workplace feedback a challenging experience?
Are you comfortable requesting and holding feedback dialogues?
What strategies do you use to advocate for your career goals and needs?
If receiving feedback is unpleasant, frustrating, or simply missing in your workplace experiences, you are not alone!

Join us for a 90-minute virtual session where we will discuss the receiver’s role in fostering constructive feedback experiences. During this session you will:

• Examine your current reactions and responses in different types of feedback situations.
• Learn strategies for engaging in constructive feedback dialogue to strengthen relationships, improve performance, and foster personal growth.
• Make a plan to advocate for your professional goals as part of feedback dialogue.

Topics include: fostering a growth mindset, managing emotions, setting SMART goals, and planning for regular feedback dialogue. This interactive workshop includes self-reflection, breakout discussion, and action planning activities.

For virtual sessions, we will use breakout rooms for discussion and practice; access to microphone and camera recommended. Attendance via phone not recommended for virtual sessions.

Questions or need accommodations? Email us at ombudsed@utk.edu.