E281| How to Get Better at Receiving Feedback

Published: July 3, 2023, 5:01 a.m.

It\u2019s one thing to be great at giving feedback, but how good are you at receiving it?\xa0\nFor most- hearing what we could\u2019ve done better or where we\u2019ve screwed up is extraordinarily painful. Which is why, instead of admitting we were wrong, we often become masters of delusion and start rationalizing our behavior\u2026\nBut feedback is one of the most useful and powerful tools we have for improvement and it\u2019s not going away. So instead of continuing to throw up that defensive shield, listen to today\u2019s episode for some strategies and tools that will help you receive feedback in a more constructive way.\xa0\nWe also cover:\xa0\nThe science behind why we respond poorly to feedback\xa0\nWhy rationalizing doesn\u2019t help & how to stop doing it\nWhat to say you\u2019ve received feedback you don\u2019t understand or agree with\nWhen it\u2019s appropriate to reject someone\u2019s feedback\xa0\nRelated Resources:\xa0\nE194: How To Become A Better Listener\nE127: How To Give The Most Effective Feedback\nE85: Why Won\u2019t They Listen To Me? Reasons Your Message Isn\u2019t Getting Across\nHow To Build Trust & Buy-In Free Download\xa0\nToday\u2019s Episode Is Brought To You By:\nThe Art of Coaching Apprenticeship Workshop: The best way to get better at receiving feedback is to do it more often! The Apprenticeship was designed specifically so you have the opportunity to receive diverse feedback from people in a variety of fields and experiences and people who truly care about your improvement. This isn\u2019t something you\u2019ll get anywhere else.\xa0 Our Early Bird Discount for our East Hanover, NJ workshop ENDS July 9, so don\u2019t miss out! \xa0Save $150 and sign up today HERE.\nAG1 (Formerly Athletic Greens): Are you looking to take your first step to living a healthier lifestyle?\xa0 Athletic Greens has you covered from all aspects of nutrition.\xa0 Packed with 75 high quality vitamins, minerals, whole foods, sourced superfoods, probiotics and adaptogens. All of which support gut health, your nervous system, your immune system, recovery, and focus.\xa0 Go to athleticgreens.com/coach for a free one year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase.\nBetterHelp: Today\u2019s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. At some level, we all struggle with unexpected challenges in life. BetterHelp is an accessible, convenient, private, and affordable therapy option to help you look at your problems a little differently, feel less stressed, and gain confidence. Visit BetterHelp.com/AOC for 10% off your first month.\nWe also are gearing up for a HUGE SALE on a number of resources coming up soon.\xa0 If you\u2019re a lifelong learner and someone who is just dedicated to improving, you\u2019re not going to want to miss this!!\nBe the first to get all the information you need to take advantage of this opportunity by signing up for our newsletter.\xa0 Our most recent live event discounts offer students 40% off, and military & first responders 10% off.\xa0 These offers are here to stay, so be sure to reach out to us HERE for your customized discount code!