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Leo Babauta

"Never criticize the person. Always criticize the actions. And when you’re making suggestions, make suggestions about actions, not about the person."

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Despite being the number one driver of our personal and professional development, constructive criticism can be incredibly hard to give.

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How To Give And Receive Constructive Criticism

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