When we push back effectively, it shows people that our time is highly valuable. Essentialists accept they cann't be popular with everyone all the time. A clear no can be more grace than a vague or non committal yes. Being vague is not the same as being graceful.
Does saying no make you feel awkward? Are you worried about missing out on an opportunity? Or are you fearful of rocking the boat?
In this episode, I’m talking about practical ways to make saying no easier and sharing simple strategies you can use to deliver a graceful no.
Learning to say no takes practice. But once you’ve mastered it, you will find you can handle almost any request from almost anybody with grace and dignity.
What's Essential Podcast
Greg McKeown
Scratch Audiohouse
Credits:
- Hosted by Greg McKeown
- Produced by Greg McKeown and Scratch Audiohouse
- Executive Produced by Greg McKeown, Brent Montgomery, Ed Simpson and Derrial Christon