Is there a way to make sure people can accept critizism? Or will they always feel offended?
edit after the first few comments: this is about critizing others i collaborate with in online communities where we predominantly communicate through text
By making it constructive. Don’t just point out what is wrong, show them a path to get to the right place.
Also, are you in a position where it’s expected that you give feedback? If not, might be worth leading with, “Hey, are you open to a small bit of feedback on […]?” Or just learn to keep it to yourself. Things don’t have to be perfect, and your way isn’t necessarily the only way.
Basically, there’s no simple answer.
I don’t think there is a way unless you already know them.
Don’t criticize people unless your criticism is invited, and even if it is invited, you have to really think through whether they actually want your criticism or just want you to tell them they’re right.
in my case we work towards a common goal in the same project but there are things that are not right.
these things will not change unless addressed, i’m afraid
Haha, the question was a bit misleading.
You can let them know what troubles you are experiencing and ask them if you could find a solution together for it. Then maybe advise on a change of course for the other party, but be open to other solutions (or try and understand why they are doing it their way).
Nowadays, there is no way to not offend someone. People doing shit wrong are a protected class and telling them they are wrong is likely going to cause you big problems.
Just let them be wrong knowing there is nothing you can do about it.
the thing is: they do wrong things in the name of the collective
Damn, is this is the default sub for unrecognized autism?
As an a peer-reiewed autistic person, the answer is no. Though if you are required to, you are supposed to precede and follow the criticism with a compliment to make a jellyfish sandwich which hopefully only stings after you’ve left the room.
i may be a sub but i think i recognize it