>>in a healthy atmosphere some employees will provide that feedback on their own. Absolutely; but again, such atmosphere does not come out of nowhere. It may

>>in a healthy atmosphere some employees will provide that feedback on their own. Absolutely; but again, such atmosphere does not come out of nowhere. It may get boot-strapped by the initial cycle of: 1. One-on-one meetings where team members are encouraged to bring up thoughts, concerns, ideas, etc. 2. Manager who reacts positively to such feedback; actions it (within the constraints of organization & reality); and communicates outcomes honestly 3. Faith & mutual trust are established and team members feel more comfortable bringing up feedback on their own. At least in my experience, not everybody is willing to provide feedback of their own initiative to a new manager. You have to earn it...