I asked my boss how I was doing at work and he told me to be more friendly? Is that appropriate?

[Anonymous]

I started a new job and I'm a shy person but I work really hard. I asked how my performance was and he told me to "be more friendly". Is this appropriate to say?

[Adam1978]

He gave you feedback, you asked for feedback so yes.

[Zodiac10]

I think it may depend but if your client/customer facing then yes it seems like reasonable feedback

[LiamJHayden]

Yes, it is appropriate if you interact with others

[Shamalien]

Some people just aren’t good at taking criticism

[BrookeAZ90]

Not really, given that wasn't what you asked.