One Slip-Up? No Problem: Write the Perfect Apology Letter

How To Write an To Your Boss

Begin Your Letter with Your Sincerest Apology

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Admit Your Mistake Clearly

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Explain Without Making Excuses

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Show Accountability

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"Don't wait until the issue has escalated to decide that it's time to give an apology. Time could be of the essence, and apologizing now instead of waiting could make the difference between your apology being accepted and rejected."

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How To Write an To Your Boss

apology letter

Begin Your Letter with Your Sincerest Apology

1

Admit Your Mistake Clearly

2

Explain Without Making Excuses

3

Show Accountability

4

Reflect on the Situation from All Perspectives

5

Present a Plan to Rectify the Situation

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"Don't wait until the issue has escalated to decide that it's time to give an apology. Time could be of the essence, and apologizing now instead of waiting could make the difference between your apology being accepted and rejected."

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How To Write an To Your Boss

apology letter