Learn to say politely ‘NO’ if reason is there...

Saying no is easier said than done. Our brains are wired to please people.?

Learn how to say no politely—so you can say yes to the clients and projects that matter. For most people, saying no can be a real challenge. But it becomes even more of a challenge when you work for yourself. Learning how to say no politely is a critical skill to develop.

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Here are some tips for how to decline a request graciously:

·???????? Think before you respond.

·???????? Give a reason when possible—not a fabrication.

·???????? Be straightforward about the future.

·???????? If you don’t want to leave the door open for a next ask, be clear.

·???????? Stand your ground.

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Learn 6 Tips to say, No:

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1.?????? Put on the Kid Gloves -Setting boundaries and saying no to your clients is important. But so is maintaining positive relationships with those clients, which is why it’s so important to play nice. A little politeness goes a long way when you say no.

2.?????? Take Your Time- For many people, saying yes is a knee-jerk reaction; someone asks you to do something, you say yes. If this resonates with you (and you immediately say yes to every client request), the best way to learn how to say no? Take your time.

3.?????? Make a ‘No’ Sandwich- Again, when it comes to saying no, a little politeness can go a long way. And so can a little positivity. Most clients will be more receptive to a decline if you soften the blow with a positive or two. So, if you need to say no, try sandwiching it between two yes-es.

4.?????? Offer Alternatives- If you have to say no because your client’s parameters just won’t work for you, offering an alternative (that works for you, of course!) is a great way to transform that no into a yes.

5.?????? Explain Yourself, but Be Direct-When you have to say no to a client, part of being polite is explaining yourself- With a proper explanation, your client will understand the reason behind your no, which can make it easier for them to accept.

6.?????? Make Sure Your Client Understands You’re Saying No to Their Request, Not to Them- Just because you’re saying no to the request, project or opportunity doesn’t mean you’re saying no to them as a client.

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The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything – Warren Buffet.

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