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5 Signs You Need to Learn to Say No – and How to Do It

5 Signs You Need to Learn to Say No – and How to Do It

The word “no” is one of the shortest in the English language and one that we struggle to use. Here's five common signs that you need to learn how to say no.

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One thing I hear from clients all the time (and I’m guilty of it is myself), is that they dim their shine. They might have inspirations, desires, or ideas that they squelch because they wonder what others would say. Often, the concern isn’t even about others - it’s their own self-criticism and lack of belief in themselves that holds them back. ⁠
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What’s one thing you could do today that will make you more fully expressed? My commitment to myself is to go write an article, and to paint!⁠
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Life is short. Still, many of us are preoccupied w Life is short. Still, many of us are preoccupied with the need to achieve a specific goal before we allow ourselves to live in accordance with our true selves. I hear it all the time (and have been guilty of it myself). ⁠
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“I’ll be happy when I…”⁠
“I could never say that - what if they don’t like it?”⁠
“How would others react?”⁠
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These are the sorts of thoughts that can prevent us from living in a way that is aligned with our deepest goals and values. It can cause us to play small, and focus on being what others would have us be, instead of being true to ourselves. ⁠
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In her book, “The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying,” palliative care nurse, Bronnie Ware, interviewed patients who were looking back on their lives, asking them their regrets, or what they wish they might have done differently. Scroll through to see the top 5 answers.⁠
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Then, check in with yourself to see what your responses might be. ⁠
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What changes could you make today to prevent having those regrets?⁠
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This troubling stat comes from Leader’s Beacon. This troubling stat comes from Leader’s Beacon. However, it shouldn’t be that surprising, given that a majority of individuals are thrust into leadership positions without any formal training. As a result, many new leaders, who were great individual contributors, end up making it up as they go along - which can be a recipe for sub-standard performance.⁠
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If you’re a new leader, and you want to increase your confidence in your role and your odds for success, I encourage you to check out my Inspirational Leadership University course. In it, you’ll learn all the techniques you’ll need to be a successful leader - from management tactics such as delegation and accountability, to essential leadership skills like creating a psychologically safe and inclusive environment, and developing your staff. To learn more, check out the link in my bio!⁠
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Wise words by MLK Jr. May we honor him today!⁠
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If you have to rely on the weight of your title to If you have to rely on the weight of your title to motivate others to do good work, you probably have some room to grow as a leader. Need some tips to become more inspirational? Take my webinar on How to be an Authentic Leader who Inspires Others! (Link in bio)⁠
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