Feedback helps us learn and grow. But it’s important to remember that not every opinion is useful. It’s okay to ignore feedback when it’s vague. Many people will want to share maddeningly non-specific feedback with you (“I didn’t think it was as strong as it could have been” or “There was just something off”). But if they can’t tell you exactly what the issue is, it’s not your job to figure it out (unless, of course, they sign your paycheck). It’s also okay to ignore feedback when it’s only one person’s opinion. It’s easy to fixate on critiques, but one person’s take (no matter how influential they might be) isn’t always reliable. Their feedback might not even be about you – it could be the result of having a bad day or personal bias. So be wary of such advice until you get confirmation from other people.
Adapted from
“When It’s OK to Ignore Feedback,” by Dorie Clark.
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