👉 Excuse engineering refers to the practice of creating or fabricating justifications, rationalizations, or excuses to avoid taking responsibility for one's actions, decisions, or failures. This behavior often involves distracting oneself or others from the actual issue by introducing unrelated or less significant reasons, thereby deflecting accountability. It's a common psychological defense mechanism used to maintain self-esteem or avoid the discomfort of admitting mistakes. In professional settings, excuse engineering can hinder personal and organizational growth by preventing honest reflection and learning from errors.
