By Ramona Creel
I am in the middle of several projects
- Let people know when you have accepted other responsibilities
- No need to make excuses if you don’t have any free time
- No one will fault you for having already filled your plate
I am not comfortable with that
- You might be uncomfortable with any of a number of issues
- The people involved, the type of work, the morale implications, etc.
- This is a very respectful way to avoid a sticky situation
I am not taking on any new responsibilities
- You aren’t saying that you will never help out again
- Lust that you feel your schedule is as full as you would like now
- Understanding your limits is a talent to be expected
I am not the most qualified person for the job
- If you don’t feel that you have adequate skills, that’s okay
- It’s better to admit your limitations up front
- The best way to avoid feeling overwhelmed down the road
I do not enjoy that kind of work
- Life isn’t about drudgery — if you don’t enjoy it, why do it?
- Don’t be afraid to let someone know you just don’t want to
- Someone else is bound to enjoy the work you don’t
