I am an assistant teacher in a preschool. Over explaining just ends up looking more suspect than simply being clear and concise. You don’t have to go on and on about why, or make up reasons and list them off. If you can’t do something, 9/10 times it’s okay to simply say “unfortunately I’m not able to do that”, “can’t swing it this time”, etc. You don’t have to always “give away the recipe”.īy that I mean, don’t over explain yourself. Guys…your life becomes so much easier if you just drop the ego and ask.
I am amazed at how many people won’t acknowledge even a tiny amount of ignorance, or won’t show honest curiosity about something, can’t admit they’ve forgotten something they feel is important, and won’t ever ask for help. When you forget someone’s name, own up to it and just ask them.
Be open about stuff you don’t understand, and ask questions about that.
