Podcast Episode #031

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Every leader faces criticism. How you respond to that criticism typically indicates how successful you will be as a leader because some criticisms are valid—and some are not. So this week on the podcast, Jonathan and I discuss when to respond to criticism, how to respond, how to be proactive in preventing criticism. In this episode we highlight a recent blog post on the seven ways leaders can develop thicker skin. Those ways are:

* Don’t take most of the criticisms personally.

* Pray for the critic.

* Develop a winsome spirit.

* Be a transparent leader.

* Pray for your own attitude.

* Focus on the majority.

* Look in the mirror.

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