In this chat, Adam and James discuss the perils of saying yes too much. Jim Carrey might have us believe that saying yes to everything is exciting, but it's not. It leads to untold pressure, stress, and substandard delivery. It also means you literally might not have the capacity to focus on what's really important at work, and it can hurt your aspirations.
So, during this discussion Adam and James cover:
- Taking your time
- Knowing your boundaries
- Using 'I don't' instead of 'I can't'
- Listening to your gut and
- Offering alternative solutions