Everybody knows the feeling: the word \u201cfeedback\u201d enters the conversation, and instantly you can recall every error you\u2019ve ever made since the third grade.<\/p>\n
While this reaction to feedback is standard, a staple of successful individuals is the capacity to process negative feedback positively and objectively.<\/p>\n
Consider these four tips in making the very best out of tough feedback:<\/p>\n
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Feedback can often feel imposing when given by an individual in authority. If an employee is feeling frustration toward their manager, for example, those feelings will often convolute the feedback. The capability of a person to disassociate the source of feedback from the actual<\/em> critique is a defining habit in processing feedback objectively. Feedback stripped of bias is just information: information that can be used to improve your character!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Everyone has been subject to feedback that may seem superfluous. Rather than dismiss the feedback as unobservant, consider its value even as it stands. Those with an eagerness to grow will seek opportunities in whatever medium\u2014including feedback that seems to do you little good.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A successful leader will distribute feedback out of a sincere concern for his or her associates: an (admittedly generous) attitude can be formed that all leaders follow this suit. When feedback is viewed as an expression of belief in your potential, the information becomes contributive rather than critical. If this attitude is adopted regularly, you even find yourself craving feedback!<\/p>\n <\/p>\nHave a \u201cFor What It\u2019s Worth\u201d Attitude<\/h4>\n
Understand the Feedback as an Expression of Belief<\/h4>\n
Delay your Initial Response<\/h4>\n