How to Say "No" At Work

Career Strategies for Women that Work

I know, I know it's not easy to say no, but if you have aspirations—it's critical that you do! You’ve got to align yourself to the right activities. If you want to have more influence and impact, you have to find time in your schedule to make that happen. And that involves saying no, which isn’t always easy. As women, we tend to be overcommitted; we’re working on activities at home, in our community, with friends and family, and then we have full-time jobs that leak or spread into our weekends and evenings.
Now, the reason I decided to go forward with this episode and topic is that I’ve been getting asked, “JJ, how do you say no?” These women all have aspirations, they have a vision for where they want to go, but when it comes down it, someone asks them to do something, they can’t say no, and they’re diverted from their path.

I want to admit that this is not easy for me either. But I think about the alignment. Does the ask align with where I am or where I want to go? Does it give me good energy? Is this something I look forward to? Is this aligned with my sweet spot?
The reality we often don't spend enough time investing in our own goals.
No is not an easy behavior to create, but if you have aspirations, if you have a north star you're running towards, my best advice is to start small. Let go of things that are not aligning with your goals. Take a listen ~

Thank you for joining me ~ here are some other resources for you!
JJ's new book Seeking: https://www.amazon.com/Seeking-Findings-Energy-Sidestep-Self-Doubts/dp/B0BKQCWJ62
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