10 unprofessional phrases to avoid at work

How to sound more professional

Considering the high stress, and high pressure jobs we work at-- a simple mistake can sometimes lead to heavy consequences at work. And so, here we list some unprofessional phrases one should avoid at work and what to say instead:

Do not say: "That’s not my job."

Instead say: "I can help direct you to the right person for this."

Do not say: "I don’t get paid enough for this."

Instead say: "I’d like to discuss how my contributions are linked with my role."

Do not say: "I have too much on my plate."

Instead say: "I’d appreciate help prioritising tasks so that I give quality work."

Do not say: "This is how we’ve always done it."

Instead say: "I’m open to new ideas— let’s see how we can improve."

Do not say: "I’ll try."

Instead say: "I will do my best to make this happen."

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Do not say: "That’s not my problem."

Instead say: "How can we work together to find a solution to this issue?"

Do not say: "You’re wrong."

Instead say: "I see it differently— can we discuss our thoughts and ideas?"

Do not say: "This is a stupid idea."

Instead say: "Let’s see how this helps us with our goals."

Do not say: "I don’t have time for this."

Instead say: "Can we schedule this so that I get some time to focus on it better?"

Do not say: "I’m just doing what I was told."

Instead say: "Here’s my understanding of the work— do let me know if we should change."

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