Brain Food: Believing, Toys, and Feedback
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Brain Food: Believing, Toys, and Feedback
8. Be Open to Feedback
Feedback isn’t criticism—it’s a chance to grow. The best paraplanners treat feedback as a collaboration tool, not a critique.
Listen First: Hear the adviser out fully before responding.
Ask for Details: Request specific examples to understand exactly what needs changing.
Apply It: Make changes and incorporate feedback into your
Ask for advice, not feedback. Feedback is backward-looking—it leads people to criticize you or cheer for you. Advice is forward-looking—it leads people to coach you. You can get your critics and cheerleaders to act more like coaches by asking a simple question: “What’s one thing I can do better next time?”
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
Giving feedback?Receiving feedback can be stressful. It’s crucial to stay optimistic and create a safe environment. Approach the process with low stress and high enthusiasm.- Set clear expectations: Define expectations for both the project and the people involved.- Inspire, don’t just tick boxes: Feedback should inspire greater work, not just... See more