Feedback Evaluation

Criticism should be filtered rather than treated with equal weight. Constructive feedback is usually specific, while venting is usually vague and emotionally amplified. Credibility is based on knowledge, experience, and proximity to the problem rather than emotional force. Useful criticism depends partly on whether the source understands the domain being criticized. Feedback should be assessed for whether the giver is trying to help or merely vent. Feedback that is credible, helpful, specific, and actionable is worth taking seriously.