Saying “yes, right away” to everyone in your life is a fast-track to burnout. You need to be realistic about your capacity. It helps to…
Casey’s eTip: View Negotiation as Collaboration
Being transparent about your workload and availability is kind and respectful. It builds trust by ensuring that you set expectations you can meet or exceed. Here’s an example: “I would love to review on that brief. My plate is full for the next couple days. I could get the brief to you by Friday 5pm. Does that work for you?”
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