STATEMENTS THAT COULD GET YOU FIRED AT WORK

Employees usually make unpleasant comments about their jobs especially when they are under pressure. It is okay to react under pressure but employees have to be very careful in doing so because it could cost them their jobs.

While it is necessary to remain under control especially in speech at all times, here are some statements that could get one fired:

That’s not my job.

Then whose job is it? When told to do something it is important to get it done first and refrain from asserting that it is not in your job description. After completing the task, you can then talk to your boss about your job description in a very humble way. Don’t ever say this. Just don’t!

That’s not fair

Don’t you know that life isn’t? If you feel you haven’t been treated right, it is advisable to search for a forum with your boss where you can state your concerns in a calm and rational way rather than saying it is not fair.

I didn’t get a chance to

Then what have you been doing at work? This is a flimsy excuse and should never be said. When you fail to deliver a task, just simply say precisely what you were doing that made you unable to deliver. Say the truth.

I hate this company or I hate my job

No be you carry your leg go look for work? And at the interview you must have probably said “I’d love to…” This statement must never get to your boss’ ears or else you’re done!

We have always done it this way

Yes but your boss desires enterprise and innovation and that’s why you were employed. So, make this statement a no-no. It is important to always be open to change and embrace new guidelines.

I don’t get paid enough for this

You probably don’t but your boss believes you are. Instead of complaining about your meager pay, let your boss know your concerns and ask for a raise in the proper manner. This statement, if it gets to your boss’ ears will only provoke him/ her.

Swear words

Avoid using swear words in the workplace. It might seem funny or cool but it is undignified behaviour which most companies take very seriously.

Insulting colleagues

Misunderstandings are bound to occur; nonetheless, it is important that you keep your temper and language in check. Humanely state your position and if possible agree to disagree, but never let arguments degenerate into insults and name-calling.

I can’t

Then of what use are you? While you say you can’t, your boss hears “I won’t.” In so far as it is not something immoral or illegal, it is better to take on the task and ask how best to accomplish it.

The list is not exhaustive and neither is it a hard and fast rule. You shouldn’t allow yourself to be treated poorly but you should try and hang on to your job in this difficult economy.