Riccardo Padovani • 1/5/2026

On the importance of teachability

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This article discusses the critical skill of 'teachability' in professional settings, particularly relevant to software development and tech careers. It analyzes three types of feedback (Appreciation, Coaching, Evaluation), explains how to receive feedback without defensiveness, and emphasizes lowering the 'social cost' for others to provide honest input to fuel personal and career development.

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