I want you to keep the images from this post fresh in your mind because they apply to many you may work with in industry, customers, or Realtors. Just think basically that the response to YOU asking for a reason for something, or any level of accountability, the answer comes back to you like this:
THE DOG ATE MY HOMEWORK.
Do these people actually think we are that stupid? I am talking about excuses here people for things not getting done that are promised. People hiding from you and not returning your phone calls or emails. People canceling appointments on you. People deciding to do something "else" instead of taking the time they promised for you because you are not as important in their eyes.
It doesn't fly with me. They are using the oldest grade school excuse of why the homework was not done. Just remember when you see people pull their laundry list of excuses out on you for THEM being irresponsible, just check back with them and ask,
IS THIS ONE OF THOSE DOG ATE MY HOMEWORK MOMENTS???
You may catch them off guard with a quizzical look about what the heck are you talking about? But surely you will have caught them with their pants down. Set boundaries with people. You allow them to treat you the way you let them. DON'T LET THEM TREAT YOU BADLY.
Because, remember you are very special. Don't forget that !!!
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