Sep 25, 2020 · Whether it is taking on more work than you can handle, or saying yes to plans that you have absolutely no interest in attending — most of us have struggled with saying ‘no’ at …

May 6, 2021 · Do you find it very hard to say no to requests, opportunities, or invitations? Here are some guidelines on how (and why) to politely say no.

Oct 25, 2023 · Strategies for saying "no" include being polite but assertive, offering alternatives, and buying more time. You can do anything, but you can’t do everything. If you want to thrive, …

Jun 10, 2023 · Here's how to say 'no' without feeling guilty. 1. Identify the source of your guilt and anxiety about saying 'no.' Are you blaming yourself for the way you feel? Are you the only one …

Feb 6, 2013 · While a clear “No” is a vital tool for being assertive and effective at the work, home, and relational battlefronts, however, to paraphrase the old caveat, when it comes to saying …

Sep 12, 2024 · Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” to more than you can handle just to avoid disappointing others? This common tendency can lead to burnout, stress, and …

Nov 16, 2023 · Experts say these strategies can help you get better at saying no. Be intentional about what you communicate. You might have heard the tip that “no” is a complete sentence. …

Why are we so uncomfortable with being honest and just saying NO? We don’t like rejection-plain and simple. Let’s look at it from a salesperson’s perspective.

Dec 31, 2024 · Why is saying ‘no’ so hard? It often boils down to fears and conditioning. Fear of rejection and a strong urge to please can make us say ‘yes’ when we’d rather not. Conflict …

2 days ago · You understand that saying no is part of self-care, and you don't internalize another person's negative reactions as an existential threat. However, when your nervous system is …

Many of us have a hard time saying, "No". We're socialized to help, to nurture, to put others first; to never turn down opportunities or disappoint. And so we take on work that we don't need to …

3 days ago · Every time I say the word “No,” someone isn’t happy with my answer. Yet, the reality is there are good reasons for a leader to use the word. ... If you don’t start saying no to some …

3 days ago · It started while reading Difficult Conversations, by Stone, Patton, and Heen. They kept reiterating what another person says or thinks (negatively) about you is only that person’s …

Whether it's rejecting a new direction, declining a meeting, or simply saying "we can't take on any more work," saying "no" to a boss, senior executive or client can be a daunting task. But for …

Mar 6, 2025 · Canadian provinces pulling US alcohol off store shelves in response to Trump trade policy is "worse than tariffs", the boss of Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman has said.

2 days ago · In an amended lawsuit Lively, 37, filed on February 18, the actress says the “emotional impact” of the case has been “extreme” and is affecting Reynolds, 48, as well as …

Mar 6, 2025 · Foreign aid ruling: The Supreme Court rejected Mr. Trump’s emergency request to freeze nearly $2 billion in foreign aid, saying a lower court judge “should clarify what …

2 days ago · Aldi released research showing 41% say they are unable to afford period products, with 30% forced to decide between them or other essential items like food or clothing.