There are two kinds of critics. Those who push against your success and grumblers trying to help.
Embrace prickly helpers. Ignore stone-throwers on the sidelines.
Some critics care.
Take five steps with critics.
#1. Clarify concerns. Don’t explore criticism until everyone agrees on the issue.
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