Observed Signal · Jun 14, 2016 · Editorial · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Shut Up! Phrases Your Boss Won’t Want to Hear
This OnlineMarketing.de article summarizes statements employees should avoid saying to their boss, drawing on Business Insider pieces by Jacquelyn Smith and Rachel Gillett. It covers examples ranging from blunt refusals to use of personal information, such as 'this isn’t in my job description' or venting about a broken heart or finances. The piece explains how to handle competing deadlines by transparently outlining current tasks and priorities and proposing a plan to accommodate new requirements. It cautions against gossip, blaming others, or asking to speak to HR in a way that undermines credibility. It also advises addressing skill gaps by committing to learn and grow rather than declaring inability. The article advocates maintaining professionalism, avoiding negative framing, and communicating with the boss in a constructive manner. The author Linda Ewaldt invites readers to share additional tips in the comments; the source cited is Business Insider.
General career advice in the online marketing industry; not industry-shifting
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- The article draws on statements compiled by Jacquelyn Smith and Rachel Gillett on Business Insider about phrases bosses dislike.
- It provides examples for reframing refusals and prioritizing tasks when deadlines collide.
- It warns against gossip, personal complaints, and talking about finances or previous bosses with the boss.
- Author Linda Ewaldt notes the source and invites readers to share tips in the comments.
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