I Hate My 9 to 5

Link: 7 Things You Should Never Say To Your Boss

1. “That’s not my job.” - Remember that doing what’s asked of you, even tasks outside your job description, is good karma.

2. “It’s not my problem.” - Pitch in and try to help. Because, ultimately, a problem in the workplace is everyone’s problem. We’re all in it together.

3. “It’s not my fault.” - Claiming that something is not our fault often has the result of making people suspect it is. The real issue is that something went wrong and needs to be fixed, not who is to blame.

4. “I can only do one thing at a time.” - We all feel overworked and pressured nowadays. Complaining about it will not make your boss feel sorry for you or go easier on you.

5. “I am way overqualified for this job.” - Maybe you are, but the fact is, this is the job you have and complaining that it’s beneath you only makes you look bad. Bosses will not think, “Oh, this is a superior person whom I need to promote.” Nope, they’ll think, “What a jerk.”

6. “This job is easy! Anyone could do it!” - If a task is simple, be glad and do it as quickly as you can. Even “stupid” work needs to get done.

7. “It can’t be done.” - Even if what is being suggested truly is impossible, saying it is can make you look ineffectual or incapable. Search for doable ways of solving that problem or reaching that goal.