When To Say No And How To Do It Graciously
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Julia Austin
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Define boundaries early – it’s best for everyone
“American culture values working above taking care of ourselves,” says Dr. Jackson. “So setting clear boundaries and values will help your company know what’s appropriate to ask you to consider and what’s not. It’s also important to keep clear boundaries with family and friends. They often know your comings and goings and can feel entitled to your time. Your time is yours and you alone decide how you want to use it.” Remember if you set these boundaries clearly and from the start of a relationship, then people (hopefully) just won’t ask to cross them as much – and you can say “No” less.
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