The Art of Handling Feedback: A Maker's Guide

Shajedul Karim
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hey, hunters 👋🏻 it's been a joy to be a part of this vibrant, innovative community. i thought i'd share a few insights i've gleaned over my journey as a maker, particularly around feedback. feedback, while vital, can sometimes feel like a whirlwind of contrasting opinions. navigating it requires skill, balance, and a pinch of intuition. 1. not all feedback is equal. discern between the noise and the nuggets of gold. 2. preserve your core vision. feedback helps us iterate, but don't let it overshadow your initial intuition and ideas. 3. be patient. some feedback will resonate immediately, others with time. 4. thank people. whether you agree or not, every piece of feedback is someone taking time to engage with your work. 5. finally, remember, it's your product. you know it best. trust your instincts when you have to. sharing is learning. hope this sparks a thought or two.

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Jan Demiralp
I like the point about thanking people (whether it's internally or externally). I feel that mindset takes the edge off any feedback you receive and allows you to receive it more from a less reactive place.