Squiggly Careers

#404 How to say yes, no and don't know

Jun 18, 2024

Learn the challenges and benefits of saying yes, no, and I don't know in your career. Explore strategies for navigating these responses thoughtfully and confidently. Embrace curiosity and vulnerability to transition from uncertainty to understanding in various scenarios.

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Saying 'yes' fosters skill development and reveals opportunities.

Admitting 'don't know' boosts confidence and builds trust through vulnerability.

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Importance of Saying Yes, No, and Don't Know

Saying yes allows individuals to stretch their skills, discover new potentials, and unveil opportunities. Conversely, saying no aids in prioritizing tasks and prevents getting sidetracked. Admitting 'don't know' provides time for thought, boosts confidence, and fosters vulnerability, building trust between individuals.

The Value of Saying "I Don't Know"

00:53

The Power of 'Yes, Because' in Making Decisions

01:27

The Power of Offering Alternatives in Communication

01:14

Intro

3min

Challenges and Strategies for Saying Yes, No, and Don't Know

16min

Navigating the Art of Saying Yes Thoughtfully

2min

Mastering the Art of Saying No

7min

Handling Priorities and 'I Don't Know' Confidently

6min

Embracing Curiosity and Vulnerability

9min

Sometimes the smallest of words are the hardest to say but working out how and when to say yes, no and I don't know can have on big impact on your career. This week, Helen and Sarah talk about the signals and situations to look out for if you need to adapt your words and easy ideas for action to change what you say and when you say it.

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#404 How to say yes, no and don't know

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Importance of Saying Yes, No, and Don't Know

Challenges in Saying No

Learning to Say Don't Know Effectively

Practical Strategies for Handling Don't Know Situations

The Value of Saying "I Don't Know"

The Power of 'Yes, Because' in Making Decisions

The Power of Offering Alternatives in Communication

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