How to Take Feedback without Getting Defensive

About this episode

This episode explores the psychology behind defensive reactions to feedback and offers strategies to improve how we receive it.

Receiving feedback is one of the most valuable tools for our personal and professional growth. We all know this, so why then do most of us struggle to do it well? In this episode, we explore the psychology behind defensive reactions as well as practical strategies to shift your mindset so you can turn feedback into action. Have a listen and if you love what you hear, be an evangelist and share the episode with a friend or two ;)

People in this episode

Hosts: Anu, Ololade

Topics covered

• feedback
• personal growth
• professional development
• mindset
• defensiveness
• psychology

Keywords

• feedback
• defensiveness
• personal growth
• professional development
• mindset
• psychology
• strategies

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