To save time for this department and yourself, please give your excuse by number. The list below covers most situations. 1. That's the way we've always done it. 2. I didn't know you were in a hurry for it 3. That's not in my department. 4. No one told me to go ahead. 5. I'm waiting for an OK. 6. How did I know this was different? 7. That is his job, not mine. 8. Wait till the boss comes back and ask him. 9. I forgot. 10. I didn't think it was very important. 11. I'm so busy, that I just can't get around to it. 12. I thought I told you!