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BUSINESS MATTERS—THE STRENGTH TO ADMIT
What do you do when you know you’re wrong?
Everyone wants to be correct in this world. Some people will do anything to be right, even if they’re wrong. Why it is that being right is such a big thing with some people?
Of course, we are all humans so it is just normal that we make mistakes even in business.
There are certain advantages in admitting you’re wrong.
1. Strength of character. Only secured and confident people are strong enough to admit their mistakes. People who are insecure insist on being right always. The moment they admit their mistakes and correct it, they learn from it and their character is built.
2. Sterling reputation. A good name is worth more than any amount of money. A damaged reputation can take years to build back if it is destroyed. Generally, people respect honest people who are brave enough to admit their mistakes. It is a show of strength as the person shows willingness to take responsibility for his actions.
3. Increased respect. People will trust you more because they know you are willing to tell the truth whether it is in your favor or not. This is in contrast with the misconception that if you tell people you made a mistake they won’t trust you anymore.
Well now that you admit that you are wrong, here are a few suggestions on what you should you do next.
1. Acknowledge your mistake and get over it. The ability to admit it shows you have character and strength. Your ability to move on and forget the past is very important. If ever you make an honest mistake that will put others in unfavorable way, just let the affected party know about it. And always remember that you will lose your credibility when you try to conceal it with such lame excuses or you just blame others for it.
2. Give people permission. Most people don’t admit their mistakes because of fear. They are afraid that they won’t be forgiven. If someone admits a mistake to you, let them know it is okay. Letting them know will show that you care. If you don’t think you’re going to have a long-term relationship, still give them the dignity you would want back from someone if you admitted your mistake. So the important thing is be gracious.
There are two certainties in life and these are:
1. God is present and
2. Be gracious as you are not Him.
There is no such thing as a picture perfect person. There are only stupid people who only pretend to be perfect. So better get real and face the fact that we all make mistakes. It is all a part of growing up as an individual.
Life is short. You just don’t have the time to make all the mistakes you can learn from. Clever people learn from their own wrongdoings. Brighter people learn from the errors of others.
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