Criticism

How to Take Criticism

I came upon a little bit of wisdom in an interview with artist and entrepreneur Leonie Dawson. This is the best answer I’ve ever heard to the question of who’s criticism you should value. Question: “How do you deal with people’s criticism?” Leonie’s answer: “Ignore anyone’s advice / criticism / judgements unless they are genuinely…

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When is it Time to Get Feedback?

A friend of mine has the beginning of a novel completed and asked me when it’s a good time to get feedback on his work. Would it be best to have friends read it mid-project to make sure he’s on the right track? Or should he wait to finish the draft? There isn’t a simple answer to…

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