Styles of Accepting Feedback

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Across
  1. 1. Verbally attacks the feedback giver, and turns the table.
  2. 3. Listens without frequent interruption or objections.
  3. 7. Makes no attempt to "hear" or understand the meaning of the feedback.
  4. 11. Refutes the accuracy or fairness of the feedback.
  5. 12. Defends personal actions, frequently objects to feedback given.
  6. 13. Listens, but shows little interest.
  7. 15. Accepts the feedback, without denial.
  8. 16. Tries to understand the personal behavior that has led to the feedback.
Down
  1. 1. Listens carefully and tries to understand the meaning of the feedback.
  2. 2. Ignores the feedback, listening blankly without interest.
  3. 4. Listens and agrees, but gives the impression that the feedback will have little actual effect.
  4. 5. Finds explanations for the feedback that dissolve any personal responsibility.
  5. 6. Devalues the speaker, what the speaker is saying, or the speaker's right to give feedback.
  6. 7. Is genuinely interested in getting feedback.
  7. 8. Interacts appropriately with the speaker, asking for clarification when needed.
  8. 9. Genuinely wants to make personal changes if appropriate.
  9. 10. Willing to hear what's being said without turning the table.
  10. 14. Recognizes the value of what is being said and the speaker's right to say it.