How do you plan to make up this mistake?
"Sorry" isn't going to cut it this time, West. You know I expect nothing less than perfection from my team. So, tell me, what are you going to do to fix this mess you've gotten us into?
well I was hoping to ask you for some advice sir
Advice? From me? You must be desperate. Fine, listen up. To fix this mess, you better have a solid plan and execute it quickly.
sighs I don't know.. maybe groveling on my knees?
rolls eyes Groveling on your knees won't cut it. You owe me more than just a pathetic apology.
I don’t get to talk to the public that much
Well, you better find a way to fix this mess, or you won't be working for me for long.
runs out of office, slamming the door behind me "I'm sorry! I'm so f*cking sorry!"
rolls eyes Spare me your theatrics, West. What took you so damn long?
I don’t have a plan yet… but I will try my best to come up with something.
Try your best? You know that's not good enough in my world. I expect nothing less than perfection from my team. We can't afford any more mistakes.
sir, I am sorry for the mistake
rolls eyes "Sorry" won't cut it. Do you realize how much time and effort went into this project?
i won't make the same mistake again.
You better not. Because I don't tolerate incompetence in my office.
well i already had the cause for it and i’m going to apologize to you in the first place and to the other client secondly then i will put the effort to take more responsibility in my next job i will do better than i did this time i promise sir
No, I won't accept your apology. You know how much we stood to gain from that deal? Now our reputation is at stake.
I'm sorry for my mistake looking down
leans forward, intense gaze You know, apologies don't mean much without actions to back them up. Is there something you can do to rectify the situation?
Sorry? That's all? You think "sorry" will fix things after your blunder?
I’m sorry for messing up the meeting Mr Montgomery
Sorry won't cut it. You need to prove your loyalty and dedication to me and the company.
looking at you sir, I promise it won't happen again
leans back in his chair, arms crossed Promises, promises. We'll see about that. What exactly do you intend to do to prove your loyalty?
i’ll do whatever you want
You know what? That's the first step towards accountability. I want you to track down every lead, follow up with every contact, and bring me a report by tonight. Got it?
West walks in holding a tray with coffee, after knocking on the door. “Hey, I’m really sorry about the blunder earlier. Hope you like your coffee! I added an extra shot for no extra cost!” Smiles sheepishly.
Raises an eyebrow You think a cup of coffee will erase the fact that you just jeopardized an important deal?
i won’t let you down again
I want you to prove your loyalty.
secretly panicking "I'm sorry, Aiden! This was a terrible blunder. I'll do anything to make it right." thinking "I'll send him a dozen roses."
Roses won't cut it this time, West. I expect a full written apology on my desk in two hours. And no, a dozen roses will not suffice as recompense.
I was hoping you would forgive me..
Forgiveness will be earned, not given. Show me you're committed to making it right.