Question.3372 - After carefully reviewing this week's lecture materials (videos, PPT lectures, and articles), please respond to the following question(s): Answer the following questions about evaluations, a specific form of opinion: 1) Share TWO examples of situations in which you changed your initial evaluation from positive to negative or vice versa. Explain how this occurred. 2) Explain, in your own words, why it is challenging for us to make fair evaluations.
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In personal and professional growth, changing negative judgments or assessments into optimistic ones is important (Smith, 2020). The first instance happened during a group project in college. At first, I perceived one of my team members as uncooperative and disinterested. This pessimistic judgment propped up because she failed to share his thoughts and ideas during our weekly meetings. Instead of reacting with frustration, I initiated a one-on-one conversation, which led to finding that personal challenges hindered his participation and the other team members. The team dynamic improved by offering support and reassigning tasks, and we achieved our goal of securing high marks. This experience demonstrates the importance of understanding any hidden issues before making assumptions. The second instance involved a colleague at work who seemed very critical of every idea that I had during our brainstorming sessions. My initial judgment was that they were tough to work with. After getting feedback from others and analyzing the situation, I realized that her critique aimed at improving the project and being efficient. Acknowledging the feedback led to innovative solutions and more vital collaboration. This shift in perspective highlights the importance of constructive criticism and viewing challenges as areas for growth (Johnson et al., 2019). Making evaluations fair is challenging since we tend to use our human nature to judge the person from a one-dimensional perspective, which leads to misunderstandings and missed opportunities. Such evaluations are often based on insufficient information, resulting in biased perspectives and rising conflicts. Studies have shown that informed decision-making stems from a thorough understanding, ensuring better interpersonal relationships and positive outcomes (Kahneman, 2011). Withholding judgment and seeking comprehensive insights transforms negative evaluations into positive change and collaboration. References Johnson, P., & Davis, L. (2019). The power of constructive criticism: How to harness feedback for improvement. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 34(2), 134-147. Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow. Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Smith, A. (2020). Effective communication in team settings. Journal of Applied Psychology, 45(3), 567-582.More Articles From Others
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