Keys For Dealing With Critics

Every idea and concept will endure criticism one or the other time before it is assimilated into practice. This criticism can be seen more in our professional life more than in our personal lives.We have to address every concern with patience,professionalism, to convince others.Handling these critics becomes easier when your approach to the subject and the process is objective.That is, do not attach your personal emotions to the idea or get affected by the comments of the critics during the discussion.At the same time you have to resist engaging in personal attacks to silence someone.

Self control, Clarity, and Objectiveness are the keys to dealing with critics effectively.The skills to professionally tackle critics may seem too difficult for some.But with practice it can be mastered.The process of dealing with critics or opponents starts with understanding and respecting others view points. Acknowledge valid points and then explain your way of looking at those points.

Talk in detail why you would like to differ from a perspective and how you plan to deal with potential problems that could crop up in pursuing the way you have proposed.Engaging people in criticising will help you to enhance and demonstrate your competence.So instead of being offended by criticism you should analyse it and devise the ways to tackle it effectively.here are some of the steps you need to follow to deal with critics effectively.

 

Lead under Fire

However unpleasant you cannot avoid facing and tackling criticism.The sooner you do it the better it reflects your capability to lead under fire.By avoiding ,you will prove yourself as incompetent or lacking confidence.Sometimes you may be sure of failing to defend yourself.Still, show up and prove that you are not afraid.

 

Transparency

When you handpick a few and confine the meeting to four walls, people will suspect your credibility.A good leader will keep the process transparent.Allow everyone connected with the issue to voice their views and do address each of them.

 

Poise Matters

What starts as objective analysis and evaluation of an idea or concept, could turn out to be a heated argument when you let the criticism affect your emotions.When you come across offending statements or criticism that is too sharp, breathe deeply and resist reacting right away.Speak slowly, deliberately with a low voice and sense of calm.the more control you have on yourself, the stronger is your influence on your opponents.

 

Admit ShortFalls

Criticism sheds light on your shortfalls. And when you are wrong admit it.Be Honest.This will impress upon your subjects that you genuinely did your best, are open to learning and down to earth.Contrary to what you may expect, it will increase trust others have on you and keep your future opportunities open.Do not be defensive.Admitting mistakes creates a sense of togetherness; once your critics notice that you are genuinely working for the solution they will join or support you in the cause.

 

Responses

Attack criticism with valid points.Keep the conversation professional and amicable.Act and talk diplomatically for getting things done your way.Occasional humor can keep in helping atmosphere cool.Appear relaxed. Keep smiling.This reflects your control and confidence.Do not keep repeating your argument or talk for a long time.And do nto jump to other topics.keep the discussion to the point, straight forward and brief.

 

So anticipate concerns, build good arguments and master self control to deal with criticism effectively.This will accelerate your professional as well as personal growth and helps to achieve success..

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What is Your Way of Dealing with Critics ? ?