Every “No” Is A “Yes” To Something Else

I’ve observed that what setsexcellent leaders apart isnotwhattheyknow, orwhothey know, but how much they“no.” Saying “no” is a prioritizing and focusingbehavior that means saying “yes”to something else – and greater results.

The word “no” is formed with only two letters, but for many of us it’s one of the hardest words to say.

When it comes to work-related things, I don’t likesaying no. Here are some of the reasons, and what is really happening:

I like to help. Sam Metcalf often reminds non-...