Hello Maya,
This is a good question. My understanding of the subject is as follows.
When you refer to constructive criticism, it is meant to offer valid and well-reasoned opinion about the work of others, usually involving both positive & negative comments, in a friendly manner rather than an oppositional one.
The purpose of constructive criticism is to improve the outcome. In collaborative work, this kind of criticism is a valuable tool in raising and maintaining performance standards. As recipient of constructive criticism, your downline can benefit by focusing on the positive elements of the criticism and achieve greater personal development. It helps uncover blind spots.
When you write your emails to your down line, take care that constructive criticism must always focus on the work rather than the person. Personality issues must always be avoided. Constructive criticism is more likely to be embraced if the criticism is timely, clear, specific, detailed and actionable.
Sometimes, sensitive individual may adopt a passive, defeated attitude if he views the situation as personal or permanent while others may adopt an aggressive response. I strongly believe that effective interpersonal communication skills can be highly helpful to assess the recipient's frame of mind.
You must assess the situation and communicate in such a way that it is not felt as offensive. One should put out exploratory feelers. It will do well if you adopt insightful rather than judgmental attitude. Conflict resolution skills can go a long way.
Hope this helps.
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Hello Maya,
This is a good question. My understanding of the subject is as follows.
When you refer to constructive criticism, it is meant to offer valid and well-reasoned opinion about the work of others, usually involving both positive & negative comments, in a friendly manner rather than an oppositional one.
The purpose of constructive criticism is to improve the outcome. In collaborative work, this kind of criticism is a valuable tool in raising and maintaining
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