If you’ve ever had clients and worked in the services industry, you will know as I do that there are sometimes situations where you should have said no to a request, but didn’t.
Then, a few days later, you regret it and find yourself missing deadlines.
I discovered some great tips online that I wanted to share. They’ll help you learn to say no, when you should. Click here to read them.
Three of my favorites:
- Excel at just a few things, rather than being just average at many. Don’t try to do everything.
- You have a right to say no. Remember that others may take you for granted and even lose respect for you if you don’t.
- Provide suggestions or alternatives to the person who is asking. (“I can’t do that task today, but how about next week,” or “How about asking John instead?”)