Effective Feedback

Sometimes when given feedback, it's like an empty box where there are no useful tools to get better. I always thought constructive feedback was one that did not attack the person doing the work or the work itself, but I've realized it's also being specific on ways they can improve while being kind about it.

Feedback as a 2-way dialogue: if you receive feedback & don't understand, asking for clarity. Also -- empty encouragement (good delivery w/o useful steps/a plan) can feel nice, but usually isn't helpful.

I like the idea of providing feedback on people's feedback. Asking follow up questions and asking for specific steps you can take to improve your work is a great way to turn bad feedback into something helpful.

Observing feedback as tools that will enable the person receiving the feedback to work on something/improve. If you have something to say that you feel won't support/encourage the person, then it is okay to be quiet.

Being sure to reflect on the criticism without judgement and taking it as constructive rather than an insult.

Taking feedback is something I've always found hard. I used to see it as someone criticizing me instead of them trying to help me. With more shift in mindset I'm getting better at taking it!

I resonated with giving constructive feedback. Usually when I receive feedback from my peers, they just say "good presentation" or sometimes even just good/bad. I never know which parts of my work were good or bad. This way, I am never able to better my work and it stays stagnant. With some sort of explanation (what was good, which part could be improved, etc.) I can work on my work and myself to be better.

Be specific about the feedback. Because I sometimes tend to overthink, so be specific about the feedback may be a good way for me to help me. Also, there's different ways to react to feedback. I don't necessarily need to accept them every time.