Your time matters. A kind clear no protects energy and peace without burning bridges. Use short scripts, honest limits, ...
You know that sinking feeling when someone asks you to do something and you really want to say no, but the words “of course, I’d love to help” come tumbling out instead? You’re not alone. Most people ...
When many of us started our careers, our instinct was to say “yes” to opportunities, “yes” to requests, “yes” to anyone who asked for our time or expertise. That eagerness helped us build ...
Women disproportionately shoulder "office housework"—extra tasks like onboarding or event planning—hindering career growth due to reduced time for their primary work. Expert Diane Bergeron advises ...
Saying "no" is essential in parenting. But setting limits shouldn't start and end with that one word. As a certified child life specialist and licensed therapist, I know that saying "no" is meant to ...
When I first entered the workforce, my mantra was simple: Do whatever it takes. So when I was organizing and running programming for an event early in my career and the need for visitor transportation ...
It’s OK to decline if you can’t afford it – or just don’t want to. April 10, 2014— -- If anyone gets cold feet before a wedding, it’s usually the bride or groom. But more often today it’s ...