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Senior Distribution Manager | Strategic Supply Chain and Operations Management

This is a great point! Criticism points out what’s wrong, often leaving the individual feeling defensive or disheartened. It’s about identifying mistakes without much direction on how to improve. Coaching, on the other hand, is about growth. It focuses on development, providing guidance and actionable feedback to help someone improve. It’s forward-looking, not just pointing out what went wrong, but empowering the person to do better next time. The key difference? Coaching inspires improvement, while criticism can sometimes leave us stuck. Let’s choose coaching over criticism!

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Author, Your Employees Have Quit-They Just Haven't Left | Speaker | Founder, EXTRAordinary! Communication

“Let me give you some constructive criticism.” Reflect on the meaning of the words. Constructive = build up. Criticism = tear down. They can’t coexist. They’re antonyms. Let’s call it what it is: deconstructive criticism. It’s slung around without much skill or consideration. Ultimately, deconstructive criticism leaves the provider feeling superior and the receiver feeling diminished. Instead, let’s offer constructive coaching. Now our words and actions align. Constructive coaching requires thoughtfulness and skill. It also leaves the provider and the receiver feeling stronger and more energized. Small shift... Significant difference. *Lean/hear more: Podcast (13-minute listen), Deconstructive Criticism. Link in comments below. #reviveyourwork #criticism #coaching #professionaldevelopment Sarah Schlentz

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Rich Schlentz

Author, Your Employees Have Quit-They Just Haven't Left | Speaker | Founder, EXTRAordinary! Communication

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Thanks for sharing this post, Sherri Jackson! Powerful synopsis! Appreciate your support.

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