How to say no to professional opportunities
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Declining a professional invitation or opportunity is always hard, but we need to do this, since we can't do everything and risk burnout otherwise.
This video shares some pointers about how to say 'no' in a professional, polite and definitive way.
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Saying 'no' to an opportunity or offer is difficult. Here are some pointers for how to decline in a professional way. Let me know if you have something to add, or what you found useful! Thanks! 😁
Thank you Professor!
@mrillig
7 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you liked it.
This is such an important video. I hope the message spreads. Thank you for sharing the points. I'd be grateful if you kindly share your views on how to approach saying "No" when approached by senior colleagues, especially when there is a certain power dynamics at play.
@mrillig
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the positive feedback. Yes, you raise an important point with the power dynamics. I will give this some thought....