This article was co-authored by Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW and by How.com.vn staff writer, Hannah Madden. Kelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
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Fixing your own mistake is easy, but how do you tell someone else that they’ve messed up? It might not be your favorite thing, but if you’ve caught an employee’s mistake or you notice that a coworker has missed something, it’s important to call it out right away. Fortunately, it’s totally possible to tell someone about their mistake in a constructive way. In this article, we’ll tell you the best tips and tricks you can use when pointing out someone’s blunder to avoid embarrassing them or causing an argument.
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Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow can you advise without offending the person?Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSWKelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
PsychotherapistIf you want to advise without offending the person, use the sandwich method. Start with a positive comment. Then give suggestions for improving the bad habit or whatever advice you have. Finally, say something nice about the person and end with a positive note. - QuestionHow do you deal with a person who is upset with you?Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSWKelli Miller is a Psychotherapist based in Los Angeles, California. Kelli specializes in individual and couples therapy focusing on relationships, depression, anxiety, sexuality, communication, parenting, and more. She is the author of “Love Hacks: Simple Solutions to Your Most Common Relationship Issues” which details the top 15 relationship issues and 3 quick solutions to each. She is also the award-winning and best-selling author of “Thriving with ADHD”. Kelli co-hosted an advice show on LA Talk Radio and was a relationship expert for The Examiner. She received her MSW (Masters of Social Work) from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Sociology/Health from the University of Florida.
PsychotherapistDo not criticize that person. Instead, use a gentle approach because people are more receptive when they are not defensive.
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References
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/high-octane-women/202309/the-value-of-staying-calm-and-focusing-on-the-present
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/employee-relations/pages/employee-mistakes.aspx
- ↑ https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/employee-relations/pages/employee-mistakes.aspx
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hide-and-seek/201808/what-is-truth
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/201404/whats-wrong-criticism
- ↑ https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/employee-relations/pages/employee-mistakes.aspx
- ↑ https://positivepsychology.com/active-listening/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201806/the-best-way-correct-someone-else-s-worst-mistake
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2008/07/how-good-leaders-correct-mista
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2008/07/how-good-leaders-correct-mista
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2008/07/how-good-leaders-correct-mista
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