Major changes at work can leave you feeling powerless. However, you have more control over some aspects of change than you think.
Tag: Saying no
How to say ‘no’ without compromising your career progression
Women are used to being accommodating of others. This can make it harder to refuse work requests. However, by taking on more than their fair share, women risk perpetuating this expectation. Saying ‘no’ helps to reset expectations and leaves more time for career-enhancing work.
How to decide whether you should say ‘yes’ or ‘no.’
There are times in your career when it can be hard to decide whether to say “yes” or” no” to a request. These three questions will help you make an informed decision.
What happened when I followed the advice in inspirational quotes?
Accept opportunities you’re not fully ready for – then learn how to do them. Say no to requests that take time away from your personal and professional goals and which don’t respect your expertise.
Feel good: choose the right kind of fun
How much fun are you having? Are you engaged in activities that, while scary, are exhilarating, or idly scrolling through social media laughing at cat videos? Contemplate the kinds of fun you are having. You can then decide which give you the greatest pay back and do more of them.
How to be happy: stop trying to manage time
We are all going to die. Filling our days with relentless busy-ness will certainly distract us from this fact. Investing time in the people and things we care about will give us greater personal meaning than the relentless pursuit of any ‘to do’ list.