003. Sugarcoating "NO!"

Do you ever just want to tell someone no, but don't know exactly how to say it without coming across rude or selfish? Recently I posted an instagraphic on how to have a simple life as an entrepreneur. Then it occurred to me that many of these tips to add simplicity to your life could apply to almost anyone in any situation. One key point which stood out to me was to say no when you mean it. I realized this action can be quite difficult for most of us. Sometimes it’s difficult to tell someone no, especially loved ones or bosses. As women we are natural nurturers and people pleasers at heart. We mean well and want to do what we can to help others. For most of us we just can’t help it we want to help everyone, sometimes even before we help ourselves. In light of this I decided to identify some sensible ways to sugarcoat saying no, that allow you to convey you are not able (or willing) to do something. Sugarcoating no also allows you to say no without feel bad about.

Ask probing questions about a deadline.