Throughout your career, you’ll always be given feedback in some form or another, and it will likely highlight both what you do well and what you should improve on. It’s a key part of professional growth and, when given correctly and with good intentions, it can be extremely valuable for advancing your career. That’s not to say, though, that it can’t be extremely uncomfortable or even upsetting: You put your all into your career and take pride in your work, so when it’s criticized, it can really sting your pride. Read more.