168. "Not My Job"

June 23, 2025
We tackle the workplace dilemma of being asked to do work outside your job description and why saying "not my job" can damage your career. • Three key reasons behind "not my job" situations: resource gaps, skill mismatches, and prioritization issues • Why successful professionals avoid saying "not my job" even when tasks fall outside their responsibilities • Strategies for addressing work overload without damaging professional relationships • The importance of having honest conversations with your manager about skill gaps and time constraints • How managers should sometimes protect their team by saying "that's not their job" on their behalf • Tips for turning potential "not my job" moments into opportunities for growth and advancement • Why company "all hands" meetings are inappropriately named based on the naval emergency origins of the term Click/Tap HERE for everything Corporate Strategy Elevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnooze Don't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!
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