How To Take Criticism Well | Tidbits, titbits or tipbits? | Scoop.it

No one likes getting criticism. But it can be a chance to show off a rare skill: taking negative feedback well.

 

It is a skill that requires practice, humility and a sizable dose of self-awareness. But the ability to learn from criticism fuels creativity at work, studies show, and helps the free flow of valuable communication.

 

Tempering an emotional response can be hard, especially "if you're genuinely surprised and you're getting that flood of adrenaline and panic," says Douglas Stone, a lecturer at Harvard Law School and co-author of "Thanks for the Feedback."


Via The Learning Factor