Constructive Criticism 101

[azurelunatic]

Start off with something that's done right. When pointing out something that's done wrong, phrase it as "You could improve by...." and then provide a solution. Keep alternating good points interspersed with the things that need improvement, and end with a good thing.

Trust me, the pointing out what's been done right is a very, very good thing. It encourages the person who did it to keep doing it. You want that, don't you?