Trick of the Trade

You know how we are supposed to learn to say no? I’ve heard this through the years in women’s’ inspirational/motivational talks or articles. Well I’ve tried to keep that in mind, setting limits and boundaries so I can be sane and focused for my family. Today I used the word “I can’t” when I had to run and, even though I hate the phrase “ I can’t” generally, in this instance it felt better than “no” and did the trick, setting the limit I needed to so my delegee could run with a project rather than ask for oversight (which I knew was not needed in this case) when I had to leave to make another commitment. Conclusion? Don’t make hard and fast rules (“Never Say Can’t!”) and use what works.

Trick of the Trade….let’s hear yours!