“You’re doing a great job!” We all like hearing phrases like that; it lets us know we are doing good and shows that we are appreciated, which then motivates us and makes us a more productive worker. You know what also makes us more productive? Receiving constructive feedback. Knowing what we are doing right is all well and good, but we also need to know what we are potentially doing wrong so we can fix it and become the best version of ourselves!
Interested in self-improvement? Here is some advice on how to receive more constructive feedback in order to become the best version of yourself:
Performance Reviews
The easiest way to receive in-depth feedback is a performance review! Many organizations regularly hold performance reviews; for those of you who do not receive regular performance reviews, we highly recommend asking for one, as it is a simple yet effective way to receive constructive feedback. Your supervisor is one of your best candidates to evaluate your job performance and give helpful feedback.
Post-Interview Feedback
Even if you do not receive the job, many interviewers will happily give you feedback. Sure, sometimes you will not get an answer or just be told that “you were not the right fit for the role,” but you may receive some legitimate insight. You may hear about some skill gaps in your resume, or maybe you gave a weak answer during the interview. If you are struggling with interviews, consider participating in a mock interview!
Mock Interviews
These are a great way to get actual practice with an interview. You can get genuine interview practice, note how you react to difficult questions, and assess your body language. After the mock interview session, you will most likely be given a review of your interview strengths and weaknesses. If you find yourself needing more help with the interview process, then check out our interview guide!
Feedback Loop with Peers
Your peers most likely want feedback on their work as well. Create a system where you will regularly exchange each other’s work to be reviewed and give feedback. Remember to give positive feedback when deserved, but do not be shy about giving negative feedback as well. It can be hard talking negatively about the work of your peers, but only giving positive feedback will not lead to any improvements. In the long run, your peers will be happy to receive constructive criticism so that they can improve their work!
Self-Assessment
Many times, your most constructive critic is yourself! We often notice the little flaws in our work that no one else does. While it is good to be a perceptive critic, we should still be a fair critic, even to ourselves. If you find yourself being too hard on yourself, take a step back from your work and try to view it from an outsider's perspective. This may help you see your work in a new light, whether it be positive or negative.
Do Not be Afraid
Receiving constructive feedback can be scary! It takes a lot of courage to leave yourself vulnerable to criticism; it can be tempting to hide from negative feedback. It may take some time but allow yourself to face constructive criticism. Sure, it will be scary in the moment, but in the long run, this will make you less fearful.
Want more constructive feedback? Connect with us at Wrights Resumes and Connections to strengthen your skills today!
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