I deleted important files at work in error and I’m terrified of losing my job
DEAR DEIDRE: A HUGE mistake could cost me my job.
I’m 52 and married with two children.
Recently, I deleted some important files at work, in error.
I got two folders with similar names mixed up.
I tried everything to get them back, but it was too late.
I’m so disappointed in myself, and I’m worried I might lose my job.
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I have let down my partner and my children.
My partner is supporting me, but I don’t know what to do.
MORE FROM DEAR DEIDRE
DEIDRE SAYS: On a practical level contact your company’s IT department to find out if the files can be recovered.
Even deleted items are often held before being permanently wiped.
If there is no chance of them being restored, it would be best to talk about the situation to someone senior who you trust.
Perhaps you could recommend a more robust procedure be developed.
It’s natural to feel bad but try to be kind to yourself and think about this error constructively.
We all make mistakes, it’s how you learn from them that matters.