Nothing Personal
In the animal world, the African Rhino probably wins the prize for having the thickest skin. Its skin and cartilage shell make it resistant to personal injury. Too bad our skin isn't a little thicker.
How many times have I reacted wrongly to negative comments (perceived or otherwise) from my boss or other superior, only to later realize that they were right?
Here's a radical thought--generally speaking, such comments are not usually directed at you personally. Further, whether your boss was right or not, you have two immediate choices when this happens. Body language plays an important role at times like this. Be sensitive to your reaction. You can shake it off, or you can make things worse.
Your road to leadership, should you wish to persue it, will be shaped by how you handle negative feedback.
Nothing personal.
How many times have I reacted wrongly to negative comments (perceived or otherwise) from my boss or other superior, only to later realize that they were right?
Here's a radical thought--generally speaking, such comments are not usually directed at you personally. Further, whether your boss was right or not, you have two immediate choices when this happens. Body language plays an important role at times like this. Be sensitive to your reaction. You can shake it off, or you can make things worse.
Your road to leadership, should you wish to persue it, will be shaped by how you handle negative feedback.
Nothing personal.
posted by Duane Olcsvary at 5:56 PM
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