Thank you but not now

Success isn’t just about what you commit to, it’s also about what you say no to.

But saying no to opportunities or invitations can be really challenging. You may not want to offend, or feel like you’re missing out, so you feel uncomfortable declining.

The next time an opportunity comes your way which you’d rather decline, try responding with “Thank you but not now”.

It’s a lovely expression that balances politeness with the potential for an opportunity in the future – and it’s also something you can say to yourself, not just to others.

This post is credited to Bec.

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