Observer's Feedback

The observer’s feedback can help small groups overcome their shortfalls and perform to the best of their abilities.

1.     So the observer’s feedback should not be generalized such as “well done,” but should be specifically targeted to encourage the group member to continue the good work.

2.     The observer should focus on behaviors of the group members that can be changed.

3.     The observer should not micromanage the group process by fiddling in each and every minute aspect of the group, but broadly select few aspects of the group that can be important to work on.

4.     The observer should not get into an argument or dispute with the group, but stay out of the group and quietly access their performance.

5.     The observer should remember his role as a evaluator rather than a friend, participant or boss.

6.     The observer should accentuate the positive aspects of the group to applaud and encourage their good contribution towards the team work

7.     The observer should provide specific suggestions for improvement.

8.     The observer should mention his notes highlighted in precise manner to not making it boring or sound complicated.

9.     The observer should not hold back in complimenting great work of the group publicly but criticize the group in private.

1. The observer should maintain positive relationship with the group and vice versa, so that both the parties benefit by working with each other.