Feedback: Accepting Criticism Like A Pro

Feedback is something all professionals need to develop themselves, but it can be difficult to ask for, and even harder to receive. But just like no sailor ever improved himself by avoiding the stormy seas, you too will never be the best you can be without dealing with honest criticism at work. It can be expected that not everything you hear will be to your liking – but take a deep breath, listen, and be open to learning how you can improve yourself and fine-tune your approach to work.

There is value in understanding what your strengths and weaknesses are, and the best way to be in tune with this is to take feedback seriously. Any information that shows how you can improve your performance or camaraderie with workmates is key when striving for excellence and living in a growth mindset. Feel free to communicate to your management and colleagues that you are open to receiving regular criticism, whether it is good, bad, or ugly – then treat every single piece of feedback as an opportunity for self-growth. Do not forget that listening, not responding, is what you need to be doing. Never make the mistake of blurting out a response to something you hear that you might not agree with. 

Once your feedback has been given in full, feel free to ask questions to help you further understand what is being said. Try to align your improvement with management’s long-term goals and be as specific as possible with any questions or comments you may have. Then, no matter what was said during the meeting, be thankful to anybody that has shared criticism with you. Always remember that in business, personal feelings need to be set aside for what is best for the entire organization so it is imperative to remain professional and adjust for the better.

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