You may have already landed the job, but that doesn't mean you should turn off your filters. It is still important that you impress your boss, and that means refraining from saying certain things. It's always a good idea to pause and think before you blurt out something that could harm your career. Here are 15 things you should never say to your boss:
Your willingness to do tasks is something employers will value. If you say you can't do something, your boss will think you are unwilling to take risks or lack confidence in yourself.
2. I don't know
Even if you don't know the answer, it is much better to guess or go find out than it is to simply say "I don't know."
3. No
You may have to tell your employer no in some cases. However, if you aren't able to do something, you should provide your employer with a polite explanation as to why you are not able to do it.
4. How do I benefit from this?
Sometimes your job may involve doing things you don't normally. You may have to help in other departments at times, and bosses will appreciate your willingness to help out without an incentive.
5. Well, I did my best
If you made tons of mistakes, then your best was clearly not good enough. Instead of making excuses for your poor work you need to ensure your boss that you will do better next time.
6. At my last job we did it this way
It doesn't matter how you used to do things, your boss will want you to do things their way, and they won't appreciate your know-it-all attitude.
7. I'm bored
You may not find your job all that interesting, and that is OK, but don't let your boss know that.
8. I can't work with them
9. Why does John get... and I don't?
Whining to your boss won't get you anywhere. You need to worry about your job, not everyone else's.
10. Can I leave early today since things are slow?
It's OK to leave early if you have another commitment, but don't ask to leave just because things are slow.
11. That's impossible
If you are concerned about a new project, then discuss your thoughts with your boss. Don't ever say things are impossible.
12. I'm pretty busy. Can it wait?
It is better to ask if you can rearrange your priorities than say you don't have time for something.
13. Can we speak with your boss about this?
Going over your boss' head challenges their authority, and no boss will appreciate that.
14. It's not really my fault, it's his
If something isn't your fault, then explain why. But don't point fingers.
15. I just assumed that...
We all know you should never assume things.
1. I can't
Your willingness to do tasks is something employers will value. If you say you can't do something, your boss will think you are unwilling to take risks or lack confidence in yourself.
2. I don't know
Even if you don't know the answer, it is much better to guess or go find out than it is to simply say "I don't know."
3. No
You may have to tell your employer no in some cases. However, if you aren't able to do something, you should provide your employer with a polite explanation as to why you are not able to do it.
4. How do I benefit from this?
Sometimes your job may involve doing things you don't normally. You may have to help in other departments at times, and bosses will appreciate your willingness to help out without an incentive.
5. Well, I did my best
If you made tons of mistakes, then your best was clearly not good enough. Instead of making excuses for your poor work you need to ensure your boss that you will do better next time.
6. At my last job we did it this way
It doesn't matter how you used to do things, your boss will want you to do things their way, and they won't appreciate your know-it-all attitude.
7. I'm bored
You may not find your job all that interesting, and that is OK, but don't let your boss know that.
8. I can't work with them
Your boss expects that you will be able to get along with all of your co-workers. You may dislike them, but you aren't in elementary school anymore.
9. Why does John get... and I don't?
Whining to your boss won't get you anywhere. You need to worry about your job, not everyone else's.
10. Can I leave early today since things are slow?
It's OK to leave early if you have another commitment, but don't ask to leave just because things are slow.
11. That's impossible
If you are concerned about a new project, then discuss your thoughts with your boss. Don't ever say things are impossible.
12. I'm pretty busy. Can it wait?
It is better to ask if you can rearrange your priorities than say you don't have time for something.
13. Can we speak with your boss about this?
Going over your boss' head challenges their authority, and no boss will appreciate that.
14. It's not really my fault, it's his
If something isn't your fault, then explain why. But don't point fingers.
15. I just assumed that...
We all know you should never assume things.
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