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Differences between the Two

Today we explore the main and defining differences between the two types of criticism.

The Way they are Given

The main difference between the two types of criticism is the way they are delivered.

In fact, this is immediately apparent to anyone on the receiving end.

Constructive criticism is given with a helpful attitude and a compassionate tone. In fact, it is often given in a friendly manner. So much so that it doesn’t even sound like criticism. As such, it can be understood as polite feedback by the critic.

Destructive criticism, on the other hand, is often given in an angry or harsh tone. It can even feel like a blunt accusation at times.

The Motive behind the Criticism

The motive of the critic tells a lot about which type of criticism they are throwing at you. This motive will tell you how you should respond.

In constructive criticism, the motive is to divert your attention to the areas that might need improvement. Here, the critic wants you to improve your work and has good intentions for you.

In destructive criticism, the motive is to hurt you emotionally and possibly to even embarrass you in front of other people. Obviously, the critic doesn’t have the best of intentions for you in this case.

The Focus of the Criticism

The focus of the criticism explains why it exists in the first place.

This helps you identify whether you need to take it seriously or not.

In constructive criticism, the focus is on the mistakes or the shortcoming of the receiver. The criticism highlights the weaknesses that may be addressed.

In destructive criticism, the focus is entirely on the receiver.

To the critic, the work at hand, the decision, or the traits of the other person don’t matter. They are merely focused on bringing down the receiver of the criticism.

Impact of the Criticism

The impact of the criticism tells a lot about whether it will lead to positivity or negativity.

You can then take the right steps to safeguard yourself from the negativity and enhance the positivity.

Constructive criticism has a more or less positive impact on the receiver. Sure, they might feel a little stung, but they will know in their heart that it’s for their own good.

This will then motivate them to improve themselves and deliver better results in the future.

Destructive criticism, on the other hand, only has a negative impact on the receiver. If they take it seriously, it can destroy their self-esteem.

Given the fact that the motive behind this type of criticism is always foul, the receiver should simply ignore it.

What Do They Offer?

The usefulness of any criticism can be determined by what it offers.

Constructive criticism offers the receiver suggestions, advice, and tips to improve upon their work or themselves. And these are offered, not as mandates but as recommendations. So, the receiver doesn’t feel attacked and, yet, they understand what they need to do from that point onwards.

Destructive criticism offers the receiver nothing. At least nothing positive. So, we can say that it is totally useless.

Nature of the Criticism

People’s words, and the way they are formulated, can say a lot more than the words themselves. So, you need to pay extra attention to the nature of any criticism you receive.

For example, while giving constructive criticism, a person is clear, concise, and as detailed as possible. Their aim is to provide you with actionable steps to improve yourself or your work.

But, with destructive criticism, there is a stark distinction.

Here, the person is vague, rambles nonsense, repetitive, and doesn’t provide any actionable steps for improvement. This clearly conveys what they are trying to do.

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