I'm writing a book. When I ask you to read parts of the draft and give me feedback, what I really want is for you to tell me it's fantastic. If you give me any criticism, no matter how insightful, constructive and well-intentioned, it not only deflates my ego but creates a lot more work for me, thinking through changes and making rewrites.
This is absolutely true. I would like you to tell me it's fantastic. But please don't. Instead, be liberal and straightforward with your suggestions. I may never forgive you, but the book will thank you for it later.
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