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How to admit you’re wrong
From the course: Management Tips
How to admit you’re wrong
- Let me ask you a question. Can you admit that, like me, you're imperfect? You make an occasional mistake. Sometimes, you say or do something that turns out to be wrong, or unproductive. And in doing so, rub someone the wrong way, right? It's true of all of us, yet we very often resist admitting we're wrong. There are many reasons we do this. One is that we absolutely can't stand the idea that we might be wrong, so we dare not admit it. Another is that we love to avoid conflict, and we're worried that by bringing attention to our shortcomings, we're encouraging difficult conversations. Sometimes it's just easier to be quiet and hope nobody notices our mistakes. Or worse yet, if somebody does bring them up, we blame somebody else. Believe me, this is never a solid choice. Here's why you need to care about this issue. Real trust and deep conversations are always built on honesty and integrity. That can't happen if you can't admit when you're wrong. No matter how smart you are, no…
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Avoiding burnout at work2m 30s
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Learning how to say no2m 18s
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Offering a needed apology2m 25s
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Fixing mistakes2m 29s
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Finding purpose in your work2m 40s
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Avoiding blame2m 34s
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Surviving the loneliness of leadership2m 52s
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Knowing the difference between quitting and refocusing2m 32s
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Making and recovering from mistakes2m 38s
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Three dangerous leadership assumptions3m 4s
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Are leaders born or bred?2m 34s
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Maximizing personal potential2m 16s
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Pushing your limits2m 57s
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Understanding strengths and weaknesses2m 36s
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Earning respect2m 26s
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Embracing personal evolution3m 25s
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The art of delayed gratification2m 54s
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Inspiration is a choice2m 35s
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Managing emotions at work2m 35s
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Building self-awareness as a manager2m 56s
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Why it's smart to share your uncertainties2m 48s
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Let them teach you2m 25s
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How to solicit feedback from the team2m 54s
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Using a work diary2m 42s
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Tips for dealing with pressure at work2m 59s
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How to admit you’re wrong3m 1s
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