3. “It’s not my fault”
When your boss asks you about a problem that has occurred or a concern about a project you contributed to, not taking responsibility is a big mistake.
“When you blame other people, are hostile or defensive, and don’t take responsibility, it’s like you’re attacking the other people on your team,” says Dr. Greenberg.
Blaming others for any issue or problem will make you sound childish and you will lose your boss’s respect. By admitting where you went wrong, you show your boss that you’re listening to what they’re saying and taking into consideration their constructive feedback.
