You don’t have much choice.
If you want to be great,
you need to know
how to deal with constructive criticism.
Part of dealing
is learning how best you receive it.
I prefer to get the news
in writing first.
I read the criticism,
indulge in emotion privately,
think about it for a week,
and then discuss it
or act upon it.
I tell every manager
I work with
that this is my preference.
I have never had a manager
refuse to give me criticism
the way I prefer.
When I manage people,
I return the favor,
asking employees
how they prefer to receive criticism.
Learn how you best receive criticism
and then communicate that preference.