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Saying no without losing trust

How to use this swipe file

Give this to managers who are overloaded, or share it in workload and wellbeing posts. Wording they can use the same day makes the first no easier.

What is inside

To your own manager
When your manager adds a deadlineBring the trade off, not the complaint.
To a peer
To someone you manageGive the reason. A no with no reason sounds like a verdict.
To an unfair requestSome requests are not yours to accept.
Resetting priorities with your team

Three title ideas for your own version

Saying no without losing trust
What to say when you cannot take on more
Wording for pushing back at work

Where to promote it

LinkedIn postsmanagement newsletterswellbeing and HR communitiesa link in your workload workshop notes

Why give managers wording for saying no?

Many managers say yes because a no feels risky. Words they can use word for word make it easier, and show how a coach helps with real conversations.

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