🔍Assuming others want unsolicited criticism can be misguided.
🤐Most people don't appreciate unsolicited criticism.
✨Unsolicited criticism can upset or offend.
🔄Pointing out known issues can be unhelpful.
💡Maximize the chance of helpful criticism by checking your motivation, framing it positively, and providing personal experiences.
How should I give unsolicited criticism?
—Check your motivation and frame the criticism as an opportunity for improvement.
Why do people often find unsolicited criticism unhelpful?
—It can be upsetting, offensive, or point out known issues.
How can I make unsolicited criticism more effective?
—Provide personal experiences, acknowledge the difficulty of change, and use the criticism sandwich technique.
What is the criticism sandwich technique?
—It involves sandwiching the criticism between two compliments to make the feedback more balanced and well-received.
If someone already knows their issues, why give unsolicited criticism?
—Unsolicited criticism can sometimes come across as condescending or unnecessary, so it's important to consider the person's receptiveness.
00:00Assuming others want unsolicited criticism is a common mistake.
02:26Unsolicited criticism is often unappreciated and can upset or offend people.
03:51Framing criticism as an opportunity for improvement can increase its effectiveness.
04:03Acknowledging the difficulty of change and providing personal experiences can make unsolicited criticism more well-received.
04:48The criticism sandwich technique, which involves balancing criticism with compliments, can also enhance the receptiveness of feedback.
