In this article the Reformed Manager tells a story about how coaching and 360 Degree feedback can have the effect of making people aware that they are not in the right job or role, and how that realisation can turn out to be a turning point for them.
Sometimes 360 Degree Feedback and coaching can bring difficult messages out into the open. Although it’s uncomfortable, we need to listen to those messages and do what’s best for the person and the organisation.
And sometimes what’s best can be for that person to move to a different role or a different department, or even a different organisation. I’ve had experience of coaching people and working with their feedback which ultimately led them to change careers!
But rather than fear this, organisations should accept it and use 360 Degree Feedback and other tools to ensure that the best people for the job are doing that job. Unhappy unfulfilled employees don’t do themselves or their employer any good at all.