Pause. Think. Consider.

Mistakes are inevitable, but how we deal with them afterwards that helps shape our character and reliability. We can either react in a positive manner that potentially might even help your reputation post mistake, or it can be detrimental to being trustworthy. This episode discusses various examples of both positive and negative actions taken after mistakes occurred and offers tips to have a better chance of recovering from your mistakes. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your initial reaction when you make a mistake? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Andy Pettitte admits to taking HGH Alex Rodriguez lies about cheating and taking PEDs Ryan Braun blames urine collector for failed test BP oil spill the worst in US history Joe Boardman's response to the Northeast Regional Train 188 tragedy Former BP CEO Tony Hayward says, "I want my life back" Jonah Hill apologizes for usage of a homophobic slur Paula Dean uses the N-wor