When do I give that?
What's on a PFW anyway?
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Better Feedback (give me tips)
100
Within how many days are initial feedbacks given?
60 (PDG 11.10)
100
What Form is used to document formal feedback for AB-TSgts?
AF Form 931, Performance Feedback Worksheet (PDG 11.11)
100
To enhance feedback effectiveness, the rater should observe performance and keep notes, schedule the time and place, set the agenda, choose the best approach and: A. Summarize B. Avoid pitfalls C. Give positive feedback
C. Avoid pitfalls (PDG 11.14.5)
100
(T/F) the PFW form cannot be used in any personnel action unless the ratee first introduces it.
True (PDG 11.11)
100
(T/F) Perceptions and opinions should be treated as fact
False: Perceptions and opinions should be treated as such, and not as facts. (PDG 11.16.2)
200
When will a second "initial" feedback be conducted on the same ratee? A. 180 days after supervision begins B. Never C. When there is a change of reporting official (CRO) D. None of the above
C. When there is a change of reporting official (CRO) (PDG 11.10)
200
What area of Section IV. Performance Feedback, do you consider adapting, learning, quality and timeliness?
Primary/Additional duties (PDG figure 11.1, Sample AF 931)
200
Observing performance and keeping notes all EXCEPT: A.) Routinely making notes about behavior and its impact B.) Collection example of work or letters of appreciation C.) Actively interacting with ratees D.) Talking to others who are not knowledgeable about duty performance.
D.) Talking to others who are not knowledgeable about duty performance.(PDG 11.14.1)
200
(T/F) The rater's rater is authorized access to the completed PFW for AB through TSgt?
True (PDG 11.11)
200
When does feedback stop? A. When communication stops B. When the rater asks if the rate has any further questions C. Within an hour D. none of the above
A. When communication stops (PDG 11.16.10)
300
What AFI can you reference for additional information on performance feedbacks?
AFI 36-2406, Officer and Enlisted Evaluation Systems (PDG 11.10)
300
Is the Ratee easy to work with? Does the Ratee have a positive attitude? Does the ratee complain or foster team work to accomplish the ask? These are questions to consider when documenting which area of the PFW?
Teamwork/Followership (PDG figure 11.1, Sample AF 931)
300
of the three main feedback approaches, directive, non directive, and combined, what type of feedback approach requires the rater to have excellent listening and questioning skills
Nondirective (PDG 11.14.4.2)
300
Feedback sessions are also held if the rater determines there is a need for one, or within_____days of a request from a ratee provided at least ______days of have past since the last feedback session.
30;60 (PDG 11.10.3)
300
(T/F) Expectations should be based on the raters personal opinions, likes and dislikes.
False: Expectations should be based on accepted Air Force standards and needs (PDG (11.16.5)
400
When are midterm feedback session due for Airmen who do not receive EPRs?
Approximately 180 days after the initial feedback
400
Giving both encouragement and advice at the same time sends a mixed message with often less-than-effective results. According to the PDG, people react in unpredictable ways to mixed feedback also known as: A. (The "good job, but..." technique) B. (The "thanks for what you do, however"...technique) C. (The "you did your best, but..."technique)
A.) The "good job, but..." technique (PDG figure 11.1, Sample AF 931)
400
What are one of the four questions you should ask during a feedback session?
1. What has happened in response to the discussion during the last session? 2. What has been done well? 3. What could be done better? 4. What new areas are there to discuss?
400
The rater conducts a feedback session withing _____days of the EPR closeout, and uses the session to discuss performance recorded on the EPR, as well as provide direction and expectation for the new reporting period.
60 day (PDG 11.10.3)
400
(T/F) Negative feedback that does not help improve performance should be given
False: Negative feedback that does not help improve performance should not be given (PDG 11.16.6)
500
For Airmen who do not receive EPRs, how often do feedback sessions occur after the "initial" feedback session?
Every 180 days (until there is a CRO or the Airman begins to receive EPRs.) (PDG 11.10.2)
500
Name the four types of feedback listed in section II of the PFW.
Initial, Midterm, Ratee Requested, Rater Directed (PDG figure 11.1, Sample AF 931)
500
Pitfalls include personal bias, stereotyping, loss of emotional control, inflexible methods, reluctance to provide feedback, and inadequate planning. What is at least ONE way for raters to avoid pitfalls?
1. By approaching feedback with a positive attitude 2. By practicing good observation skills (PDG 11.14.5.2)
500
A feedback session includes three steps. Name them
1. Open the feedback session 2. Identify the purpose and discuss topics 3. Develop and implement a course of action (PDG 11.15)
500
Ratees must accept the rater before thy an willingly accept feedback. The successful rater does not rely on _____________or ______________
Grade or position (PDG 11.16.1)
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