Criticize to hold people in place. Encourage to help them grow.
In your corner,
Mike
PS: Proof of the above is left to you to compare with your own experience.
PPS: There’s a huge difference between criticizing and noting something that’s not up to par. The former always generates further dysfunction. The latter is necessary and opens the door to better performance and satisfaction.
Today’s photo credit: ShinyPhotoScotland Dusk on Loch Tay via photopin (license)