Although constructive criticism can be valuable in the workplace, people typically do not love critical feedback. Professional feedback interventions often fail to provide people with critical information to improve and instead focus on making them feel better, according to www.fastcompany.com.
Breaking down self-protective instincts and seeking constructive criticism from those who know you well or have relevant expertise is the foundation of growth and change.
Tips from www.fastcompany.com detail key methods for seeking constructive criticism and receiving valuable feedback, including:
- Finding the right person. You need to find someone who has sufficient expertise in the area you care about and is fearlessly prepared to tell you what you need to hear.
- Asking the right questions. Make it easier for people to offer constructive criticism by avoiding questions such as “Did I do a good job?” and instead asking questions such as “What would you have done differently?”
- Commit to an action plan. If others are helping you get better by offering constructive criticism, you can pay them back by committing to change and encouraging them to provide you with more feedback in the future.
- Seek feedback again. After you have made an effort to build new habits and routines, revisit those who gave you feedback and see whether you have improved.
