Five things you definitely shouldn't say to your boss
If you want to get ahead at work there are a few things that you definitely shouldn't say, especially to your boss!
Take a look at the list below to find out a few of the phrases you should avoid uttering in the office.
1. "I can't do it"
Bosses favour employees with good attitudes and it's fine to ask for help but don't give up before you've even tried.
2. "I won't do it"
If your boss asks you to do something, they have a good reason so refusing tasks outright won't make you look to good!
3. Articles of faith
Words like 'hope' and 'believe' show a lack of control. Instead you should talk about what you're going to do to get things done.
4. "I don't know what happened"
Sometimes things go wrong or people make mistakes, and that's ok! Just make sure you know why and learn something from the process.
5. "Why me?"
Don't refuse tasks just because they're outside the scope of your normal work, there's no easier way to get ahead than to avoid irking your boss.
