That popular saying, “If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no,” sounds like a no-brainer.
Saying no to the “meh” saves you time and energy for the things that really light your fire.
That popular saying, “If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no,” sounds like a no-brainer.
Saying no to the “meh” saves you time and energy for the things that really light your fire.
A few years ago, a mentor shared some well-intentioned advice with me.
He said that my email newsletter looked “too plain.” It lacked graphics, a brand image, or even color. It was just plain text.
“Where is the intermission?!?!” I remember thinking, baffled during my first movie theater experience in the United States.
Growing up in Turkey, I was used to the customary 10-minute intermission during movies—a brief hiatus to dash to the restroom, stretch your legs, and buy snacks and drinks right at your seat.
“It doesn’t hurt to ask.”
We’ve all heard this adage, often shared with the best of intentions, encouraging us to take that leap and reach out to someone to ask something.