When giving feedback and suggestions, please consider these guidelines 😊
Please…
Above all, please remember that creators are here to learn and improve.
So please provide honest and meaningful feedback and ideas – in a positive and friendly way - that
encourages engagement and interaction.
Just like you’d want someone to review your work.
To best help creators,
Please...
Help them achieve their goals, not goals you think are appropriate for them.
Critique their work, not them.
Keep it positive and encouraging😊.
Be realistic, as false praise is unhelpful.
Be specific and clarify your points with context and examples, as vague statements such as “Good job.” aren’t as helpful.
Offer new perspectives so they can further develop their skills and reach their goals.
Consider how your feedback will be received by the them.
And PLEASE review everything before posting it.
Nervous? First time?
We know giving feedback may feel challenging at first. No worries! It quickly becomes easy.
And it quickly gets you thinking in new ways which help you improve your own work! So go for it!
Unsure what to say?
Begin with a compliment. And add another compliment for each area of improvement you suggest.
“I like how you left the background in focus. And as a fellow photographer,
I know this isn’t easy. However I’ve read that photographs with blurred backgrounds attract more agents.”
Mention disconnects between the creator’s goal and your takeaway of their work.
“Your mentioned that your goal is to sell your music at country music festivals,
but your song seems more intended to rock and rollers. Have you thought about this?”
Offer new ideas.
“You’re clearly good at recording TV and radio commercials, so have you thought about
recording corporate narration training videos and documentaries? There’s much more work of this type.”
Offer new perspectives.
“Since you’re striving to sell water color paintings, it may
make sense to have an example of this at the beginning of your portfolio, rather than the animation that’s there now.”
Discuss elements that the creator could consider.
“Your use of color is super creative. My suggestion is to put
that same thought into the lighting and shadowing, because to me, they seem less contemplated.”
When replying to someone who gave you feedback
If you understand/agree with their feedback, then please thank them for helping you develop your talent.
And consider ‘paying-it-forward’ by reviewing their work.
If you don’t understand their feedback, then please thank them for taking time to review your work,
and let them know you’re confused by their comments and would be grateful for clarification so you can learn.
If you disagree with their feedback, consider their comments from their perspective; they may not be aware
of your experience level, they may be unfamiliar with your work, they may not have any context, and they may
not know your goal. If you still disagree, then please thank them for taking time to review your work, and
politely let them know why you feel otherwise, and welcome any additional comments they may have.
Thank you for helping others,
and for making SoTelling a Safe & Supportive community
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How do you use it?
Upload your work, describe it, and define your goals on a
Show & Tell Page – free
Exchange feedback with peers – free
Optionally, request professional feedback from industry pros – at a low cost
Why is it helpful?
Because it’s the most streamlined way to fast-track your talent.
It’s a safe zone to benchmark how you compare with others.
It helps you overcome fear and nervousness.
It boosts your capabilities and confidence as a creator.
It provides a place to interact and build a reputation.
A Show & Tell Page is where you display your work and people give you feedback.
This is 100% free.
Instructions
Click Join Now – it’s Free Select your username, password, avatar, and more.
Complete your free Show & Tell Page Tell people about you, your experience, and your goals.
Display your work Upload your work, describe it, and tell people what you want feedback on.
FAQs
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You can share the link to your Show & Tell Page with anyone you want! Your page is also
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Why display your work?
Because uploaded work is automatically posted for peers to review. Plus you can request
professional feedback from industry experts!
How much work can you display?
You can upload as much work as you want!
Do you have to display your work?
No. You can explore and review creator’s work without displaying your own work.
Peer feedback is a wonderful way to see your work through other's eyes. To get new angles, more ideas, and build a reputation!
This is 100% free.
Instructions
There’s nothing to do!
Work you upload to your Show & Tell Page is automatically posted for peers to review.
FAQs
What is peer feedback?
It’s personalized written reviews of your work, with suggestions, ideas, and help from a
wonderful community of people.
How is your feedback written?
People are reminded to give you honest and meaningful feedback, while remaining polite, helpful,
and adhering to our guidelines.
How do people find your work?
You can share the link to your Show & Tell Page with anyone you want!
Additionally your work is proudly displayed in the Explore & Give Feedback Page!
How much feedback can you get?
There is no limit on how much feedback you can receive.
How will you know when you have feedback?
You will receive notifications.
Where can you see your feedback?
You can see your feedback on your Show & Tell Page.
Can you reply to the reviewer?
Yes, you may reply to thank them, ask additional questions, and begin conversations.
They can reply back if they want.
Pro feedback is the smartest way to fast-track your progress, with straightforward guidance from a professional in your field.
There’s a small fee listed alongside each pro on the Pro Power page.
Instructions
Select a pro Click “Pro Power” in the menu, or click “Get Pro Feedback” in your Show & Tell Page.
Select a work Tell the Pro any specific questions you want them to answer.
Confirm, checkout, and well, that’s it! This is the smartest and fastest way to develop your skills.
FAQs
What is pro feedback?
It’s a personalized written review of your work, with applicable guidance
based on your work, goals, and questions.
How is your feedback written?
Pros give you honest and meaningful feedback, while remaining polite, helpful, and adhering to our guidelines.
When will you get your feedback?
Pros usually complete your feedback within 3 business days.
How will you know when your feedback is complete?
You will receive a notification.
Where can you see your feedback?
You can see your feedback on your Show & Tell Page
Can you reply to the pro?
Yes, you may reply to thank them, ask additional questions, and begin conversations. They can reply back if they want.
Giving peer feedback is a wonderful way to give back! And because learning is a two-way cycle, it gets you thinking in new patterns, helping you find new paths to improve your own work!
This is 100% free.
Instructions
Select a work Either select someone's work in the Explore & Give Feedback Page, or in their Show & Tell Page.
What does it mean to ‘give feedback?’
It means you simply provide your personal opinions and suggestions.
Can you give feedback if you’re not an expert?
Yes. And in fact, this is SUPER helpful! It lets the creator
know how the general public will react to their work, what they like, and suggestions they may have.
How much feedback can you give?
There is no limit on how much feedback you can give.
Where can you see all the feedback you’ve given?
You can see it all in your Show & Tell Page.
Do you need to complete your own personal profile and display your own work to give feedback?
No. You can give feedback without doing these things.
How do you give feedback?
Just provide honest and meaningful feedback, while remaining polite, helpful, and adhering to our
Give Helpful Feedback Guidelines.
Can the creator reply to you?
Yes. The creator may follow up to thank you, ask additional questions, or begin a conversation with you. You can reply back if you want.
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Please…
Please keep SoTelling a safe and supportive community, in which creators feel comfortable displaying
their work, and are encouraged to ask questions, share feedback,
build relationships, and ultimately develop their talent.
What to post. What not to post
What to post: Please only post content that you own and created,
that you have the right to post to a public website,
that is appropriate for all ages, and that adheres to the law.
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Thank you for trusting SoTelling,
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Give Helpful Feedback–SoTelling Guidelines
When giving feedback and suggestions, please consider these guidelines 😊
Please…
Above all, please remember that creators are here to learn and improve.
So please provide honest and meaningful feedback and ideas – in a positive and friendly way - that
encourages engagement and interaction.
Just like you’d want someone to review your work.
To best help creators,
Please...
Help them achieve their goals, not goals you think are appropriate for them.
Critique their work, not them.
Keep it positive and encouraging😊.
Be realistic, as false praise is unhelpful.
Be specific and clarify your points with context and examples, as vague statements such as “Good job.” aren’t as helpful.
Offer new perspectives so they can further develop their skills and reach their goals.
Consider how your feedback will be received by the them.
And PLEASE review everything before posting it.
Nervous? First time?
We know giving feedback may feel challenging at first. No worries! It quickly becomes easy.
And it quickly gets you thinking in new ways which help you improve your own work! So go for it!
Unsure what to say?
Begin with a compliment. And add another compliment for each area of improvement you suggest.
“I like how you left the background in focus. As a fellow photographer,
I know this isn’t easy. However I’ve read that photographs with blurred backgrounds attract more agents.”
Offer new ideas.
“I like how you left the background in focus. As a fellow photographer,
I know this isn’t easy. However I’ve read that photographs with blurred backgrounds attract more agents.”
Offer new perspectives.
“I like how you left the background in focus. As a fellow photographer,
I know this isn’t easy. However I’ve read that photographs with blurred backgrounds attract more agents.”
Discuss elements that the creator could consider.
“I like how you left the background in focus. As a fellow photographer,
I know this isn’t easy. However I’ve read that photographs with blurred backgrounds attract more agents.”
When replying to someone who gave you feedback
If you understand/agree with their feedback, then please thank them for helping you develop your talent.
And consider ‘paying-it-forward’ by reviewing their work.
If you don’t understand their feedback, then please thank them for taking time to review your work,
and let them know you’re confused by their comments and would be grateful for clarification so you can learn.
If you disagree with their feedback, consider their comments from their perspective; they may not be aware
of your experience level, they may be unfamiliar with your work, they may not have any context, and they may
not know your goal. If you still disagree, then please thank them for taking time to review your work, and
politely let them know why you feel otherwise, and welcome any additional comments they may have.
Thank you for helping others,
and for making SoTelling a Safe & Supportive community
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