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Audacious Introverts: Say NO
to the wrong opportunities
Laura Woythe
April 16, 2025
Sneak Peek:
If it’s not a hell yes…
How to say no (respecting your and others’ time)
I should have said a straight no to that opportunity.
Instead, my people pleaser mind manipulated me into saying: “Sure! Why not?”
One mistake in judgment is no problem. But a systematic mindset of why nots leads to a downward spiral
not truly enjoying your week anymore
getting pulled in different directions
exhaustion
If it’s not a hell yes…
You know what they say.
If it’s not a hell yes, it’s most likely a no.
Don’t take it from me, take it from Derek Sivers, former musician and entrepreneur.
Sivers says:
only say yes to what truly lights you up. Everything else? Protect your time. Say no.
Being clear about what excites you isn’t selfish, it’s how you stay aligned and make space for what matters.
You’re not here to do everything. You’re here to do your thing
(no apology needed).
Say no
Jefferson Fischer lays it out like this:
Say no directly and kindly. Then, express gratitude
Start with “I can’t”
Followed by the gratitude “Thank you for considering me.
Add some kindness, “Let me know how it goes”
In need of more killer advice, I leave you the full video:
Until next time,
(don’t no me 🥹!)
Laura
