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RailsConf 2023 - Strategies for saying no by Elle Meredith
Learn effective strategies for saying no without feeling guilty, and discover how prioritizing your own needs and well-being can lead to a healthier work-life balance and improved leadership.
- Saying no is not about being negative, but about being intentional with your time and energy.
- People-pleasing can lead to overcommitting and burnout, and it’s essential to prioritize your own needs.
- The way you say no matters; explaining your logic and sharing facts can help others understand your decision.
- Delegating tasks and jobs can help reduce energy drain and allow you to focus on high-priority tasks.
- Setting boundaries and prioritizing your own needs is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Saying no to requests that are not aligned with your goals and values can help you achieve more and reduce stress.
- There are different scripts and strategies for saying no, depending on the situation and the person you’re saying no to.
- It’s essential to be aware of your own tendencies and biases when saying no, and to be open to feedback and learning from others.
- Saying no is not about pleasing others, but about serving your own best interests and those of your organization.
- It’s essential to prioritize your own needs and well-being, and to set boundaries to protect your time and energy.
- Saying no is a necessary part of leadership, and it’s essential to be able to say no to requests that are not aligned with your goals and values.
- There are different leadership styles, and it’s essential to be aware of your own style and how it may impact your relationships with others.
- Saying no is not about being negative, but about being intentional with your time and energy, and prioritizing your own needs and well-being.
- It’s essential to be aware of your own emotions and biases when saying no, and to be open to feedback and learning from others.
- Saying no is a necessary part of building trust and establishing relationships with others.