12 things you should never say at work (and what to say instead)

12 things you should never say at work (and what to say instead)12 things you should never say at work (and what to say instead)Office politics can be a tricky affair. Its easy to say the wrong thing when youre under stress or you feel youve been treated unfairly.Maybe youve caused offense by criticizing someone in an unconstructive manner. Or perhaps its you whos been criticized - and youve responded by trying to shift the blame. Its easy to put your foot in your mouth when youre working alongside a variety of hard-working people in a stressful environment.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreIf this sounds like you, dont worry. Its possible to speak honestly at work without offending others, but it does take a littleshift in perspective. When a harte nuss arises, dont think about how you can avoid it - instead, see how you can be a part of solving it.Acquiring these diplomacy ski lls wont happen overnight, which is why its great to have a few hints on where to start. Our new infographic lists twelve phrases you probably hear at work every day, why theyre unhelpful and what to say instead.So next time trouble arises at work, think before you speak - it could be the beginning of a beautiful opportunityCourtesy of Headway CapitalMaybe youve had a low performing day, but you shouldnt claim that youre going under you have options Aline of creditcan give you the boost you need to make it during a slower season.This article first appeared on Headwaycapital.com .SourcesSmith, J. (2013).13 Things You Should Never Say At Work.forbes.comReardon, M. (2014).Four Tips to End Weve Always Done It That Way.npengage.comRodionova, Z. (2015).11 things you shouldnt say at work.independent.co.ukGillett, R. Smith, J. (2016).19 things you should never say.businessinsider.comSmith, J. Gillett, R. (2016).32 things you should never say.businessinsider.comMartin, E. (2014).11 Things You Should Never Say At Work.inc.comPatterson, K. et al. (2012). Crucial Conversations. New York McGraw Hill.Grandinetti, M. (2016).Change Your Job? Or Change Your Perspective?abovethelaw.comMyers, J. (2012).Building dialogue in the workplace.theglobeandmail.comYou might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people