Just Some Quick Thoughts on Dealing with Criticism

I write occasionally on dealing with criticism because if you are in a leadership role, you will get some.  So, here are my Quick Notes on Criticism.

1.  If you are in a leadership role, you will get some criticism.  It just goes with the territory.  It is one of the free benefits!

2.  Consider the source.  That can determine how seriously to take it.

3.  LISTEN!  If criticism is not from a continually negative person, listen and evaluate.  You probably are not perfect. 

4.  Leaders sometimes have to make decisions based on less than perfect choices.  Just remember, when you did the best you could with the options available to you.

5.  Communication is key.  Often when people know why you did what you did and what your heart is about it, much of the criticism will disappear.

6.  Always try to treat people with the respect you would hope they would extend to you....even if they don't!

7.  Have someone to whom you can pour out your frustration from criticism.....other than dumping it on your spouse all the time.

8.  Sometimes criticism comes as a result of someone feeling jealously toward you and or your ministry.  Understand that may be their way of expressing their frustration with their own situation.

9. Remember, it is easy to hear the negative voices and give them more attention than they deserve.

When we are in a leadership role, we will be criticized.....some will be fair and some will be false or unfair.  Thank God every day for your calling and His use of you....even on the hard days.  It helps remembering why you are doing what you are doing.

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