Why can discussing performance feedback with employees be so hard?

Why can discussing performance feedback with employees be so hard?

For this week, students are expected to answer the following 4 questions. In addition, please comment on the answers of at least one of your classmates.

1. Why can discussing performance feedback with employees be so hard?
2. What barriers do you perceive in asking for feedback?
3. How would you react if one of your employees came to you for feedback?
4. Imagine that your good friend is starting a new job next week. What recommendations would you give to help your friend do a great job seeking feedback?