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I get a lot of critical feedback from my boss and I don't always know what to do with it or how to improve. Sometimes I don't even agree with the feedback. What should I do when I don't think the feedback is correct?

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  1. Andrew Zinger
    Andrew Zinger

    Ironclad Senior Global Director, Revenue Enablement • 3y

    The topic of 'feedback' is a passionate one with many people. For me, feedback is fuel, but at the same time it needs to be actionable and agreed upon for it to be that 'fuel' for change/innovation. My advice for if you don't understand, or agree with, the feedback you're receiving would be to start with checking your understanding with the individual providing the feedback. Just like in a customer/prospect discovery call, you can start off by summarizing your understanding of the feedback. This ...Read More

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  2. Tim Britt
    Tim Britt

    Freshworks VP Partnerships • 1y

    Receiving critical feedback, especially when you don’t agree with it, can be challenging. However, how you handle it can determine your growth and relationship with your boss. Here’s a step-by-step guide to approach such situations: 1. Stay Calm and Open-Minded • Listen Actively: Even if you don’t agree, listen carefully to the feedback without interrupting. Try to understand the perspective behind the criticism. Often, emotions can cloud how feedback is received, so remaining calm helps you pro ...Read More

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  3. Katie Harkins
    Katie Harkins

    Glide VP of Sales • 2y

    Listen to the feedback that your boss might give you - even if you don't agree. Take a deep breath or go for a run. Don't push back on the feedback, move forward to improve it and document where you're getting better for visibility into an issue that might have happened in the past. It's also important to have a mini "board of directors" that aren't at your organization that you can call up and vent to. Without knowing the inner workings of your company, direct reports, or boss - they can provid ...Read More

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