You Need Tough Feedback—Here’s How to Get It | Christine vs. Work

Harvard Business Review · Oct 22, 2026 · 14m

You Need Tough Feedback—Here’s How to Get It | Christine vs. Work

Uploaded 18-05-21

18 May 2021

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I want to get constructive feedback and grow from it, without getting upset. Is that too much to ask.

Feedback is a crucial element of your professional growth, so it pays to ask for it. Whether from a trusted colleague or manager, high-quality feedback highlights where you shine and where you can improve.

However, sometimes the feedback we get isn’t tough enough. Blanket compliments like “Great job” or “You’re doing fine”…