Feeling bad Quote by Seth Godin
““So the challenge, as you contemplate your next opportunity to be boring or remarkable, is to answer these two questions: (1) "If I get criticized for this, will I suffer any measurable impact? Will I lose my job, get hit upside the head with a softball bat, or lose important friendships?" If the only side effect of the criticism is that you will feel bad about the criticism, then you have to compare that bad feeling with the benefits you'll get from actually doing something worth doing. Being remarkable is exciting, fun, profitable, and great for your career. Feeling bad wears off. And then, once you've compared the bad feeling and the benefits, and you've sold yourself on taking the remarkable path, answer this one: (2) How can I create something that critics will criticize?””
About This Quote
Weigh the potential impact of criticism against the benefits of taking bold actions; if only emotional discomfort, proceed.
In simple terms: Assess risk of criticism versus reward; act if only feelings suffer.
Key Takeaway
Take calculated risks despite possible criticism.
Themes
career
risk
criticism
reward
decisionmaking
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career moves
- creative projects
- public speaking
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
cost‑benefit analysis
psychology of fear
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you gain by ignoring critics?
- How can you turn criticism into improvement?
A Different Perspective
Criticism can have hidden professional consequences.
