How To Say No (The Secret Is Saying Yes)

In today's episode, I explore one of the most difficult yet critical skills that every leader needs to master: the ability to say "no." While it might seem simple on the surface, saying no is an intricate art that can significantly impact your organization's strategy, efficiency, and relationships. Whether it's juggling multiple programs or being swamped with endless meetings, learn why not being able to say no is costing you more than you think.

Key Themes:

1. The Consequences of Saying 'Yes' Too Often: What happens when your strategic plan looks like a laundry list? Or when your calendar leaves no room for high-leverage work?
2. Real-world Examples: Learn from a case study where saying no was a critical pivot point for an organization's alignment with its strategic objectives.
3. The Importance of Priorities: Discover how setting clear priorities can help you say no to less important tasks without feeling remorse or losing out on opportunities.
4. The Five Crucial Questions: Unveil a simple yet effective framework to help you get clear about what truly matters in any decision-making process.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your inability to say no could be derailing your organization's strategic goals.
• How saying no doesn’t mean you're shutting doors but could be opening new ones.
• The secret technique to choosing between several good options without spreading yourself too thin.
• How to approach any decision-making scenario with a clear framework of questions designed to help you focus on what truly matters.

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