* Use careful probing to assess psychological readiness to benefit from different points of view.
* Make open acknowledgement of concerns about possible negative consequences of constructive criticism on relationship.
* Employ a confrontive verbal stance aimed at promoting self-assessment of discrepancies between career goals and commitment, strategies, and actions to achieve objectives.
* Select most likely behaviors and strategies for meaningful change.
* Use the least amount of carefully stated constructive criticism necessary for impact.
* Offer comments (before and after confrontive remarks) to reinforce belief in positive potential for growth beyond current situation.
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