Soar to Success July 2016

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Women sometimes tend to
over-explain. For example,
when someone invites you to
a fundraiser, instead of saying:
I would love to come to your
fundraiser but I’m very sorry to say
that I am out of town that week,
It’s my 2nd cousins wedding and I
haven’t seen her since she moved
away 12 years ago, I’m really
looking forward to the weeding,
but not the flight, but gosh. I wish
I could be there, it sounds really
fun. Gosh, I’m sorry.
Do you recognize that tendency
shared by many women who
feel that they have to apologize,
over-explain, or both. Instead,
say this: I wish I could be there.
I hope you have a great turnout.
So, there you go, simple ways to
say no and still be nice.
When you learn to say no with
confidence, you’ll notice that
people will begin to value you and
respect your time because after all,
we teach people how to treat us.
Referred to by her clients as “The Provocative Leader”, Beth Caldwellbrings
a refreshing style to leadership and innovation. She works with companies
who need help to confront conflict, deal with drama, and make important
decisions. Beth is best known as the founder of Pittsburgh Professional
Women and Leadership Academy for Women. Her books include I Wish I’d
Known THAT! Secrets to Success in Business, Inspired Entrepreneurs, EMPOWER,
INSPIRE and Smart Leadership: 12 Strategies to Help You Shift from Ineffective Boss
to Brilliant Leader .
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