"Radical Candor" by Kim Scott teaches the art of improving work relationships through caring deeply while being candid. It offers practical advice for managers and employees to foster a culture of direct feedback, mutual respect, and personal growth.
Effective feedback is the currency of personal and professions growth. The COIN model is another straightforward and effective way to deliver feedback
Giving feedback can be a minefield. An effective way to give feedback with clarity is the "Situation, Behavior, Impact" model.
Your 1:1 meeting with your manager is an invaluable opportunity to foster open communication, gain clarity on your role, and align on expectations.