What Is a Family 360?

A family 360 is a structured way for family members to share thoughtful feedback with each other, creating clarity, strengthening relationships, and building a deeper sense of belonging.

360s in the Workplace vs. Family Context

You might be familiar with 360 feedback from work—where colleagues, managers, and direct reports share observations about someone's performance. Family 360s work differently.

In a family context, 360s aren't about performance reviews or evaluations. Instead, they're about understanding how we show up for each other, celebrating strengths, and creating space for growth in a way that feels safe and supportive.

What Makes Family 360s Special

Family 360s focus on three core outcomes:

• Belonging-building: Everyone gets to see themselves through multiple perspectives, helping each person feel seen, valued, and understood.
• Clarity-creating: Instead of assumptions or unspoken tensions, family members have a structured way to share observations and reflections.
• Relationship-strengthening: When feedback is given with care and received with openness, it deepens connections across generations.

How It Works in Practice

Imagine a family where a parent notices their teenager has been more helpful around the house lately. In a family 360, that parent can share this observation in a structured way, and the teenager receives a profile that celebrates their contribution while also including other family members' perspectives.

Or consider a scenario where extended family members—grandparents, aunts, uncles—share what they notice about a child's growing confidence or kindness. The child gets to see themselves through the eyes of people who love them, building a stronger sense of identity and belonging.