He’s right about people being uncomfortable with “no”. I’ve noticed that people don’t expect it, and are nonplussed when I simply tell them, “no”. I’ve also noticed that people who avoid saying “no” tend, because of that, to promise what they can’t deliver. Ultimately, my “no” is more honest and respectful then their “yes”.
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He’s right about people being uncomfortable with “no”. I’ve noticed that people don’t expect it, and are nonplussed when I simply tell them, “no”. I’ve also noticed that people who avoid saying “no” tend, because of that, to promise what they can’t deliver. Ultimately, my “no” is more honest and respectful then their “yes”.
I found that this is true in my encounters with people as well.