Be on the lookout for colleagues and friends who overpromise. And while you’re at it, be sure that person is not staring back at you in the mirror. Overpromising is a surefire way to ruin credibility and destroy a workplace reputation. When people make commitments they can’t keep, leaders and colleagues become suspect. Does this person really have the talents and skills to succeed?
Why People Overpromise
Why People Overpromise
Why People Overpromise
Be on the lookout for colleagues and friends who overpromise. And while you’re at it, be sure that person is not staring back at you in the mirror. Overpromising is a surefire way to ruin credibility and destroy a workplace reputation. When people make commitments they can’t keep, leaders and colleagues become suspect. Does this person really have the talents and skills to succeed?