Reflection Issue 1

Feedback from others

Verbal or written feedback from others can be very helpful. People are likely to go on giving you honest, useful feedback if you:

genuinely want their views, explain why they are important and what will help
ask specific questions (not "what did you think of it" but eg "could you understand my view point? Why not? How effectively did I communicate within the group")
ask for feedback soon after the event
thank them and accept it with out arguing or disputing.

You will be able to use feedback well if you:

check you have understood it
have an open mind (don't take it as a personal threat)
get advice about actions to take
decide whether you agree with it (does the other person know all the factors involved? are they likely to be right / are their views significant.

If you are asked for feedback:

give it as soon after the event as possible
be specific and avoid judgement words, allow the other person to see areas they can develop personally and professionally.

How to Reflect

How to Reflect

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