Saying "yes" won’t unlock success.
Saying "yes" won’t unlock success. Saying "no" will. Most people think “yes” is the magic word that creates opportunities. Builds relationships. Opens doors. But here’s the truth: "No" builds careers. "No" protects your time. "No" prevents disasters. Yet, we’re wired from childhood to avoid it. Especially in startups—where FOMO is real, and saying no feels like missing out. But saying yes to everything means doing nothing well. This week, I learned why mastering "no" is the real power move.
By Matt Wurst
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