We Can Do Hard Things

Five Criticism Survival Strategies (Best Of)

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Apr 26, 2025
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ADVICE

Filter Gendered Work Feedback

  • Evaluate if criticism about your work is gendered before incorporating it.
  • Don't accept feedback framed with gendered insults like "control freak."
INSIGHT

Gender Bias in Perceived Intensity

  • Women are often viewed as "too much" for directness or intensity.
  • Men's similar behaviors are praised as passionate or driven, highlighting gender bias.
ADVICE

Accept Only Kind Criticism

  • Only accept criticism that is kind and respectful, even if it's about your work.
  • Disregard malicious or snarky feedback because it reflects the critic's issues, not yours.
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