Motivational Monday…The Right Kind of No

This is such an important reminder. An honest no protects everyone involved and builds trust far more than an overcommitted yes ever can. I appreciate how you framed it around respect for both parties and long term credibility. Consistency and reliability are what people remember, and this message speaks directly to that.

Good morning Kathy. The word "no" is small but mighty and learning to use it properly is a journey not a destination. Enjoy your day.

Good morning and amen, Kathy! So important to know how to say "no" or even "later." When you break trust by saying yes to something that can't be done on time or correctly, it's hard to rebuild the trust. 

Learning to say no is not easy. Sometimes even after saying yes, there comes a time to say no. This past year I had to say no two times as folks were not forthright or had wants that we unattainable.  Great post and reminder.

"We you say yes to others, make sure you are not saying no to yourself." Paulo Coelho

Kathy you definitely nailed this one. When a service provider does this – not showing up – that’s what you remember. Most of us understand when it’s just not possible to get the appointment at the time you want and will forgive that. Definitely people need to understand how shortsighted that yes turns out to be  

 Kathy, A simple no or later is far better than a yes that can’t be kept!

For me, nothing worse than...yes, I will get it done....only to find out it did not get done. 

Hi Kathy,
That's a great distinction. I would rather hear "no" than be disappointed and inconvenienced by someone not showing up!

Good Monday morning, Kathy. This is a good reminder to share.

Have an outstanding week.

The right kind of yes and no is the transparent, honest one Miss Kathy Streib 

We all know that 💩 happens - that may impact one's commitment. That is rare, and when explained with honesty and integrity, it is understandable and forgivable. 

"The right kind of no" !

LOVE this!  

Kathy I was fortunate to learn early in life what my limits are, and to not be afraid to say NO when those limits are being pushed, or simply something I don't want to do.

Kathy, had two buyers from Marketplace yesterday SAY they would be here, and both flaked.  SO frustrating.

I would much rather have someone tell me no, but then do it than someone tell me yes and then not do it, haha.

What a thoughtful reminder about how a clear no can carry more honesty and respect than a shaky yes, Kathy Streib. Your examples hit close to home and make the message easy to take in, and I’m glad you shared this today 🙂. It’s the kind of insight that sticks and helps us show up with a bit more truth in how we work and communicate.

Saying "No" is actually very liberating. The older I get, the easier it becomes.