Harness the Power of Feedback: Master the Science and Art of Receiving Constructive Criticism

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United States on Nov 06, 2023

constantin: this is a very informative, nicely written and full of insights book.

Germany on Oct 23, 2023

Anon: The book is excessively complex and lacks practicality, making it mentally exhausting to read. For example, most of the chapters, as well as internal sections, start with hypothetical stories about characters named Sally or Lucy, often revolving around imaginary work situations. These stories extend for pages without getting to the point. I did not buy a novel; if I wanted one, I would have bought a Stephen King book.

Why not start with the main point you want to convey and then provide a relevant example or table for those interested in further details? For instance, if the point you are trying to make is, 'Do not reply to a silly remark, but ask a question instead' begin with that explanation and follow it with a clear, separate example in a designated box. This example should demonstrate the point in action (e.g., someone responding to a silly remark abruptly) and provide guidance on how to handle it properly (e.g., offering a suggestion on how to respond to the feedback). This way, readers who are interested can delve into the details, and those who are not can easily skip them. Otherwise, dedicating 400 pages to expound a concept in such a convoluted manner is...

Germany on Oct 19, 2023

Susan Hudson: This book is well written and gives you a different perspective to think about when it comes to feedback. I can see how adopting the methods of this book you will become a much more rounded individual. You will also be able to relate to others better. This is a book I would recommend for anyone in the corporate workforce.

United States on Oct 13, 2023

Mariia: Love the book, I work in IT and I receive a lot of feedback. Learned a lot from this book. Recommended to my colleagues

United Kingdom on Sep 21, 2023

Julie Mclean: I give this out to all my residents and have made some briefs from it to work with some of my more challenges department heads. When people ask me for my leadership philosophy indirect them first to this book as it was transformational in my leadership growth.

United States on Aug 23, 2023

DM Humphrey: Great book on what feedback is most useful. Easy read.

Canada on Jun 28, 2023

Tiffany Miatech: What I like about this book is that it's easy to understand. I also like how they break it down. As a receiver of feedback it has taught me a lot of things. But the main things I like is how it gives examples. But also taught me what to look out for. An example would be the labels or for my blind spots that I may not see that someone else sees. In terms I use it for reference and to gain knowledge on receiving feedback better. And love taking notes and learning to use the skills.

United States on May 18, 2023

Osama: Soy un fanático del feedback especialmente en el mundo del trabajo. Este libro explica, esquemáticamente, las diversas teorías sociológicas con ejemplos también divertidos. Algunas teorías las he encontrado en el modo de ser de algunos compañeros y, por lo tanto, he logrado comprender sus debilidades y fortalezas. El libro me ayuda a actuar en consecuencia. Lo recomiendo para evaluarse a sí mismo, pero sobre todo para entender a quienes nos rodean, especialmente en el ámbito laboral. Una estrella menos por la calidad de las páginas y la impresión

Spain on Apr 07, 2023

Kevin: I absolutely love this book. Yes... I mean it in the present. I keep it on my desk to reread portions every week because it is that good a book. I have heard it read to me by the authors no less than 3 times and reread it in written form twice.

Why you may wonder? It is an utter delight (and so uncommon) to hear someone talk of communication as a responsibility of all parties involved. Those that receive feedback must have a framework to interpret feedback given (no matter whether it is done well or poorly by the provider) and this book aids the reader in identifying their own assumptions leading into a review process. It takes some of the pressure off both sides of the equation.

For the receiver of feedback, embracing the realism and hope that this book projects from cover to cover is LIFE CHANGING. I am speaking from personal experience as this book changed my life. This book's effect was not only in my giving and receiving professional feedback but also for my personal life. As an example, I have lost 65 lbs when I applied lessons from this text to my personal life.

I personally enjoyed the audio book version even more as the authors offer through their...

United States on Aug 10, 2016