How to ask for what you need and rightfully can expect Tell advisor in advance of submitting your work what feedback you are looking for and what sort of criticism would be useful at this stage. Specify in writing what feedback you seek AND how YOU will be getting back in touch. Work on communication skills, understanding that people have different communication styles.
Perfectionism is often a culprit in staying stuck.
You must adhere to your advisor s views. Asking questions reveals your stupidity. You shouldn t waste your advisor s valuable time with your problems. Confrontation and disagreement are always bad. These and related negative thought patterns will prevent you from changing or make it much harder to change your communication style with your advisor.