The Role of Feedback in Growth
How to Give and Receive Feedback That Makes You Better, Not Bitter.
- Markus Pichorner
TL;DR
Feedback fuels growth when it’s delivered with clarity and received with openness. The goal isn’t to criticise, it’s to collaborate. When handled right, feedback strengthens both the work and the people behind it.
In creative work, feedback is part of the process. But how you handle it determines whether it builds you up or breaks your momentum.
Great feedback doesn’t just fix mistakes. It helps people grow, sharpen ideas, and reach higher levels of quality.
Feedback Is a Dialogue, Not a Defence
Too often, feedback is seen as criticism. In reality, it’s collaboration. It’s how creative ideas evolve from good to exceptional.
The goal of feedback isn’t to prove someone wrong, it’s to make the work stronger. When both sides approach it with curiosity instead of ego, great things happen.
How to Give Feedback That Helps
Be specific. “I don’t like it” doesn’t move anyone forward. “The colours feel too cold for the tone we want” does. Good feedback is actionable, respectful, and focused on the goal.
Timing also matters. Don’t interrupt the creative flow too early, but don’t wait until the final version either. Thoughtful, well-timed input creates momentum instead of frustration.
How to Receive Feedback Without Losing Confidence
When receiving feedback, the key is to listen before reacting. Resist the urge to defend your work immediately. Instead, reflect on what’s being said and how it aligns with the goal.
Feedback isn’t a judgment on your talent, it’s an opportunity to see your work through another lens.