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Getting to No

I get it; telling someone no feels selfish. But when you learn to say it artfully and strategically, everyone wins in the end. It’s all in how you deliver that important, critical word. Consider one of these approaches The flat-out … Continue reading

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I Will

Comical Explanation

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Gracious Rejection

Most gracious response to rejection/career setback: It wasn’t a “no” it was a “not right now. –Least gracious response to rejection/career setback: “Girl…” cue eye roll. – Uzo Aduba Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes … Continue reading

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From the Editor

Editors say no a lot. It’s the nature of the business: We can’t possibly publish every interesting thing we come across. But remember that when an editor says no, they’re really saying, “You didn’t tell me something that fits my … Continue reading

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