When you sense someone has a hidden agenda, don’t be afraid to say no. Politely but firmly decline their request and redirect ...

And one of my friends has a saying that she’s like, “Unless it’s a hell yes, you should say no.” But I actually differentiate between compliance and consent. So compliance is something ...

But saying no isn’t so fun. Most people instinctively want to say yes, especially to a request or favor. That’s especially true when you’re a leader, since conventional wisdom says good ...

In their twisted logic, they say no by saying yes. “So, you ask, ‘Will you do this project for me?’ I reply, ‘Yes, but I can’t start until next Tuesday.’ You call me on Tuesday and I ...

“Ultimately, saying no is making a boundary that protects both ... asking plays a big part in how compelled you may feel to ...

Enhanced Focus: By saying no to low-priority tasks ... approach to decision-making that includes criteria for when to say yes and when to say no. Practice Assertive Communication: Learn to ...

“If we are saying yes to everyone, we are not prioritising ourselves and the vital deep rest we need. When we say yes, we are ruling out time for something else. When we say no, we are ...