Five ways to say no

Money is nice. Time is better. – David C Baker

Business opportunities are like busses. A new one comes around every ten minutes. – Richard Branson

In order to say “yes” to yourself and the life you want, it helps requires saying “no.”

Sure, it can be hard to say “no.”

At first.

But learn, you must.

Scripts can help, so here are five ways:

1. The “Booked” No:

Thank you so much for asking, but my time is already committed.

2. Similarly, the “Calendar is Full” No:

Thank you for inviting me, but I have checked my calendar for that day and there is no availability.

3. The “Apologetic” No:

I wish I could, but {this week, this month, this year, this lifetime} isn’t convenient. :)

4. The “Let Me See Who Can Help You” No:

I am not a position to help you, but let me recommend someone you might talk to.

5. Plain Old No:

Thanks, but I will have to pass.

Remember, another business opportunity will come around in ten minutes. But once they’re gone, your minutes won't be back.

 

 

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