1. Ask
questions (get the real story about this request for your time or talents)
2. Gather
information (write everything down)3. Review information (place your notes where you can see them often)
4. Don’t feel rushed to make a decision (it's okay to take a couple of days to decide)
5. Examine your initial thoughts and feelings (do you feel excited or overwhelmed?)
6. Go a little deeper (Feeling excited? Are you really interested or just trying to people please or procrastinate? Feeling overwhelmed? Maybe your schedule is too tight for one more thing)
7. Remember your long-term goals (examine this request in light of your long-term goals. Ask: "Will this "opportunity" move me closer to my goals?" If not, pass and do something that will push you forward).
8. Accept or decline with grace (say no in a nice way to leave doors open)
Hi Romney! These are excellent tips. I really struggle with #8. I have a difficult time saying no to begin with. I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings or maybe let them down in any way. I'm a people-pleaser. There, my big secret is out. I want everyone to like me and will go great lengths to get their approval. I think it all stems from way back in school when I never fit in no matter how hard I tried. Anyway, I know you need your sofa for the next client. LOL Love your photo! You're very pretty. Love this blog!
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