Six Tips for Fessing Up to Your Mistakes

Everyone makes them, but no one likes confronting them. When owning up to an error, the trick is to remain calm and explain what happened and what you've learned.

No one intentionally makes a mistake, but they happen anyway. When we do make mistakes, we can’t help but wonder—no matter how high our position in the organization—What will happen to me? Will my colleagues or staff find out? Will I get fired?

It is important to take responsibility for your mistakes. Here are six tips for fessing up to your faux pas. Click Here  to see the article I wrote for CIO.com

Comments

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Yes, I believe you need to have an explanation at-the-ready, be be sure it doesn't come off as an excuse. I feel it is best to lead off with the proposed resolution to the issue. Problem solvers are always more valuable than excuse makers.

But never try to conceal a sizable error. The truth always comes to light. And there is also respect gained in fessing up to an error that could have been hidden. It shows strength of character.