Are you afraid that someone might accuse you of something you didn't do in the workplace? Not sure how to behave or how to prevent this from happening? Sometimes it can happen that you receive unfounded accusations in the workplace and you want to prepare yourself to give an adequate answer.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Show a Positive Attitude
Step 1. When you start working, make sure you have a positive attitude both inside and out
Above all, be friendly (but not too much). If you have a negative attitude and behave like a gloomy and sullen person, your coworkers may already think badly of you.
Step 2. Get your work done quickly and get it done
Do your best, but perfection is not necessary. Sometimes, but not always, 80% of the effort is enough. You certainly don't want to stress yourself out too much.
Step 3. Be happy
If you can, try to arrive a little early and start working on your duties right away. Show that you are a reliable person and a good worker.
Step 4. Remember the golden rule:
treat others as you would like to be treated. Apply this rule with everyone. Treat everyone equally, but be sure to treat those in a higher position than yours with respect and a positive attitude. If there are people you don't like, especially those who are always looking for reasons to get in trouble, treat them with indifference and without any contempt. That way, if they blame you for something you didn't do, your co-workers are more likely to defend you because they know you would never do such a thing.
Step 5. Help others if you have time, but don't overdo it
Just because one of your coworkers needs help doesn't mean you have to give up your job completely and risk not finishing it. Finish your job first, but try to be considerate of others. Maybe it helps with the little things.
Step 6. Show everyone that you are a beautiful person, that you are not a cheat or a thief
Don't be too friendly, too helpful, and don't put on airs! For example, if your shift starts at, say, seven and you show up for work at five, that's not really a good idea. Maybe it's best to arrive half an hour or an hour before the shift starts.
Step 7. Did you make a mistake?
Offer your sincere apologies. Tell your boss you're sorry, that it won't happen again, and show him that you are truly sorry and not just in words!
Step 8. By showing a positive attitude and following all the steps listed above, you are more likely to earn the goodwill of your colleagues
If you have any accusations, people are more likely to know that you are not the type who would do such a thing. They will take your defense.
Step 9. Make sure you always leave written testimonials
The most common means are e-mails, but they could be faxes, diagrams or even personal notes. If your boss or manager assigns you a task, ask them to email it to you. There is no need to communicate why you are asking. Suffice it to say that you need something to refer to in order to perform the task correctly without having to constantly disturb by asking a thousand questions.
Method 2 of 2: When You Are Accused of Something You Didn't Do
Step 1. Don't panic
Calm. Listen to what your colleagues or boss have to say and gather all the information in your mind. That way, you can pull them out later and try to find evidence to clear them up.
Step 2. Don't sulk
Be all of one piece, keep your composure. Be a quiet person.
Step 3. Talk to them kindly but firmly, saying you haven't done anything
If they don't seem to believe your words, take the blow in silence.
Step 4. Your boss may be angry
Wait a day, or rather two, for him to calm down, then arrange a meeting. Provide any evidence you have and try to kindly convince your boss that you are not the culprit. The positive attitude shown above might help, but don't count on it too much.
Step 5. If you have a witness, it might come in handy, but be careful:
it is better not to involve too many people in this matter.
Advice
- A positive attitude will help you!
- Show people in a higher position the respect they deserve. This way you can earn their goodwill and mutual respect.
