Find common ground
As much as you may find little merit in your manager’s feedback, look for any areas of agreement—no matter how small.
For example, if your boss gives you the feedback that you’re not following up with prospects quickly enough, and you think you’re doing it as fast as you possibly can, you can still agree that both of you want to convert prospects into paying clients.
See if you can agree on the what and why even if you see the “how” differently.
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