How to Deal with Criticism

Classic Episode

This week, Jonathan is on vacation, and I recently returned from a speaking engagement in the Rocky Mountains. So we bring to you a classic episode of Rainer on Leadership on how to handle criticism. We will be back with new episodes next week.

Some highlights from today’s episode include:

Criticism comes in a variety of forms, but it comes to everyone who is a leader.
A habit of praying for critics helps you see the other side of issues better.
The more transparent you are as a leader, the better you will be able to deal with critics.
Criticism is typically blown out of proportion. The vast majority usually appreciate and support their leaders.
Unfortunately we don’t always have the ability to know the perspective of a critic, so their criticism can be hard to understand.
Every leader needs different types of confidants.

The seven tips we discuss about how to deal with criticism are:

Don’t take most of the criticisms personally.
Pray for the critic.
Develop a winsome spirit.
Be a transparent leader.
Pray for your own attitude.
Focus on the majority.
Look in the mirror.

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