Leadership Tip

How to say no to extra work

Learning to turn down tasks at work when you do not have the bandwidth is not easy. For many of us, saying 'no' to a request for help interferes with what we think of as being helpful, friendly, and cooperative. Rest assured, communicating what you can, and cannot, take on does not mean you are not a team player or you will not be called on in the future. Rather, it helps prevent burnout. These tips will help you get better at saying no:

  1. Start small by turning down quick tasks that can be delegated to someone else
  2. For big requests, communicate that you have higher priority items
  3. Share your goals with your manager so you can decide where to focus your time

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