How do I Say ‘No’ to My Colleagues and Others?

How do I Say ‘No’ to My Colleagues and Others?

2017 has been a year of amazing discoveries for me. Having interacted with hundreds of corporate professionals through classroom training as well as 400+ hours of one-to-one coaching sessions, I have discovered some development opportunities that are common across levels. Topping that list is the inability to say ‘no’ even if the person is buried under heavy workload and commitments. Here is what I learned, and how I was able to help them overcome this challenge.

Coaching vs. Mentoring

Coaching vs. Mentoring

Both mentoring and coaching take place independently of line managers – they are open, honest relationships between the mentor or coach and their protégé. A mentor or coach is an ‘accountability partner’ who works in their protégé’s best interests. However, they also...