For most government agencies, the challenge isn’t getting feedback (most agencies have plenty.) Instead, it’s knowing how to take all those comments, questions, and suggestions and using them as your agency’s focus group, telling you exactly what your audience needs.
Questions are not inherently neutral. They carry context, tone (if spoken), assumptions, and bias. If you’re working with customer (CX) or employee (EX) experience, asking questions is a necessary part of gathering feedback. Let’s discuss a couple of the ways that questions make assumptions and how to avoid them when collecting feedback.
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Feedback is a two-way street, but asking for it directly isn’t always the best way to get it. Here are some tips for getting the guidance you seek.
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