- Don’t provide a critique unless you’ve been invited to do so. Or ask first!
- Don’t waste time on writers who have a narcissistic streak - help those who sincerely want to improve!
- Don't haste a critique! Take time and make an effort so you can offer a critique that is thoughtful. You want the same for yourself. (I like the story, good luck is not a critique!)
- Critique the writing, not the writer. Stay on a factual level, don't get personal. As a general rule - never start with YOU (should...)
- Always start with the strengths, In communication training I use the Burger-Method: Start with something positive, strengths, then address the weaknesses and problem areas using positive language. End on a positive note!
- Be objective! If the piece you’re critiquing is not in a style or genre that you prefer, mention that - it helps the writer putting your critique in perspective!
- Make clear suggestions for improvement. Give helpful examples!
- Encourage - motivate - inspire! Writers are sensitive souls and it's likely that finding out that more polishing awaits the receiving one will be crushed - some are at that point even tempted to give up. Nurture that poor critter - you might be next! And if you are - say thank you ;)
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Sunday, July 20, 2014
How to provide helpful critique...
The tips below work in all areas of life - I have adapted them from my communication trainings - and explain how to provide
critique that is helpful and respectful. If you give critiques that way, you’ll have a better chance of getting lucky to
receive helpful and respectful critiques in return!
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