Podcast Episode 224 - 10 Sure Fire Ways to Stay Stuck - #9 Reject Feedback
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How do you feel when you get constructive feedback?
Does it encourage you to do better, or does it crush you?
If it crushes you, why does it bother you so much? Do you think it means you’re a failure, not worthy or not good enough?
We’re coming into the home stretch with #9 of our 10 Surefire ways to stay stuck.
Today is for you if…
If you have an area of your life you can’t seem to make progress, and you’re tired of being stuck.
If you desire to discover a key to unlimited growth.
If you’re ready to bust through the barriers holding you back from your dreams.
Wow…So far, we’ve learned eight ways to stay stuck–and how to get unstuck so we can succeed in life…
#1 Stop learning and #2 Stay in your comfort zone; #3 Failure isn’t an option; #4 Hang out with negative people going nowhere; #5 Never look at your goals; #6 Take care of everyone else first, #7 Go Solo, and #8 Never ask Questions.
Each of these ways will keep us stuck, missing out on becoming our best selves and enjoying living the fulfilling life Fathers designed for us. But I know you won’t stay there; you’ll embrace the sure-fire ways to succeed instead.
Today’s surefire way to stay stuck is close to my heart. Or one of my greatest flaws…however you want to look at it.
#9 Sure-Fire Way to Stay Stuck – Reject Feedback
Rejecting feedback can keep you stuck because it prevents you from identifying areas for improvement and making necessary adjustments.
Whether positive or negative, feedback provides valuable insights into how others perceive you, which is especially important as you pursue your dreams and goals. Ignoring or rejecting feedback can cause you to miss out on vital opportunities for growth and improvement.
Rejecting feedback can also limit your ability to connect with people in your life.
This one was so hard for me. …well, I loved the good feedback. But constructive feedback, heck no!
For years if I got any corrective feedback, I took it as “I’m an udder failure.” I was devastated, as if I had to get it right the first time. I thought it meant something was wrong with me.
But this mindset kept me stuck. I couldn’t grow in areas where I wasn’t willing to take feedback.
Sure-Fire Way to Succeed – Embrace Feedback
“Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” – Ken Blanchard.
Be open to feedback from others, whether it’s positive or constructive criticism. Use feedback as an opportunity to grow and improve.
Embracing feedback is an essential step toward personal and professional growth.
Here are some reasons why it’s essential to embrace feedback:
1. Identifying Blind Spots
Feedback helps you identify areas that need improvement or growth opportunities. It provides an objective view of your strengths, limitations, and growth areas.
The letters from the apostle Paul weren’t just teaching; they were feedback revealing blind spots. He gave each of the churches he wrote to the good, the bad and the ugly of what they were doing. It helped them grow their relationship with God and reach people more effectively.
2. Broadens Perspective
Feedback from others helps you gain a broader perspective, leading to improved decision-making and better problem-solving.
You open yourself up to constructive criticism that can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses. You can use this information to refine yourself, improve your performance, and ultimately help you fulfill your dreams.
3. Builds Self-Awareness
Taking feedback to heart will increase self-awareness, which, in turn, boosts understanding of self and others, allowing for more informed decisions needed for improvement, decisions or future directions.
“Make feedback normal. Not a performance review.” – Ed Batista
4. Increases Accountability
Feedback provides a sense of accountability, knowing that others are observing your work and behavior, and their opinions will help improve or sustain your performance.
Jay Baer wrote a book called Hug Your Haters. He shows how negative feedback from others can help you grow your business and create loyal followers.
Feedback can come from anywhere. Use it to your advantage.
5. Creates a Culture of Growth
Embracing feedback can aid in creating a culture of open communication, support, and self-improvement among co-workers, teams, and personal relationships.
“There is no failure. Only feedback.” – Robert Allen
Remember, feedback provides growth opportunities, so embracing it and accepting criticism with a positive outlook and a growth mindset is essential.
Actively listen to feedback and consider the perspective offered; take the valuable points to heart and use them as a tool for growth. It can provide insights for leadership, create self-awareness, boost accountability, and ultimately lead to personal and professional development.