Category Archives: office politics

Top Ten Tips for Saying No Day 7: You work in a team so there are always others to check with first

Posted on 13/12/2018 by Leesa Taylor

Tip no 7: Remember you work in a team and so there are always others you have to check with first If you say “no” to a request you don’t look like a team player so turn this on its … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Tips for Saying No Day 4: Bury it in a committee

Posted on 08/12/2018 by Leesa Taylor

Tip no 4: Bury it in a committee Raj Persaud rightly points out that (especially in the public sector) one of the favourite but least productive activities is having meetings and that they are usually more obstructive than helpful. If … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Tips for Saying No Day 3: Put the ball back in their court

Posted on 30/11/2018 by Leesa Taylor

Tip No 3: Put the ball back in their court So here’s our 3rd tip from Raj Persaud. Instead of saying no to your boss, raise issues for them to resolve. For example, did they check with the CEO? Did … Continue reading →

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