Aren’t the joys of being a content writer endless and unpredictable? Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients is a crucial aspect of being a content writer. Client feedback plays a pivotal role in shaping our work and meeting their expectations. By effectively managing client feedback, we strengthen our professional relationships.
That said, feedback – like a roller coaster ride – can takes us to new heights of pride – or (‘worse’-case scenario) throw us into a pit of despair. Constructive criticism is the sweet nectar that helps us blossom, but destructive criticism is the sour lemon that makes us pucker.
In this post, I wanted to empower my fellow brave wordsmiths and marketing maestros, with some tips on handling and conquering destructive criticism. These tools in my arsenal have often helped me through a journey of not only self-discovery but also putting myself in someone else’s shoes.
Weapon 1: Disagreeing with destructive criticism calmly and assertively

Weapon 2: Employing negative inquiry to unveil the critic's hidden agenda

Weapon 3: Using defusion techniques to disarm destructive criticism

Weapon 4: Mutual agreement on contingency – Embracing constructive perspectives

Weapon 5: Facing unfounded or exaggerated criticism: agreeing in principle
