How to say no to your boss

When you say no, you might find yourself standing alone in support of your principles. When you say no, you might be turning down an interesting opportunity, or if you're new to an organization, you may worry that you won't be seen as a "team player."

Saying no is probably worse when you find meaning and enjoyment in what you do. If you really love your job, you may fear that you are missing out every time you set a healthy boundary. In fact, people who are passionate about their work are at higher risk for burnout precisely because of this.

If you are new to the workforce and trying to establish a good reputation, saying no can be even more challenging. While it may feel gratifying to land a job that is meaningful to you, purpose-driven work can negatively affect your mental and physical health if you don't maintain a work-life balance.

Tips for saying no to your boss at work:

• First, reassess your values. Embrace and understand the importance of having a healthy work-life balance.

• Identify the opportunity costs of saying yes./p>

  • What is in it for me?

  • Do I have the bandwidth?

  • What will I have to give up to take this on?

• Now, get comfortable saying it. No.

  • Get an accountability buddy