If I don’t address this in the next 30 seconds, what specific harm occurs?
This single question transforms how you handle feedback during crises. Not everything that feels urgent during a crisis demands instant feedback. Safety violations? Address immediately. Development opportunities? Document and address within 24 hours. Separate what requires immediate intervention from what deserves thoughtful conversation when pressure decreases.
Take Action: Next time you feel torn during a crisis, ask yourself that question. Let the answer guide your timing.