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Sep 22, 2010

"A man's errors are his portals of discovery." --James Joyce

You've Made a Mistake. Now What?

Anyone who has worked in an office (or anywhere, really) for more than a day has made a mistake. While most people accept that slip-ups are unavoidable, no one likes to be responsible for them. The good news is that mistakes, even big ones, don't have to leave a permanent mark on your career. In fact, most contribute to organizational and personal learning; they are an essential part of experimentation and a prerequisite for innovation. Amy Gallo draws attention to a few guiding principles to turn blunders of all sizes into positive and constructive experiences.

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The next time you make a mistake, use some of the article's tips to embrace and grow from it.



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