In this Monday Mindset episode, I dive deep into a skill that has absolutely transformed my personal and professional life: the power of saying NO. If you’re someone who feels pulled in a hundred different directions, constantly trying to please everyone else at the expense of your own goals—this episode is for you. I share how learning to set boundaries, focus on what truly matters, and eliminate low-value tasks helped me go from burnout to building a thriving business.

You’ll hear how a low point in 2018 forced me to reevaluate my priorities and how I now use income benchmarks and the “Four F’s” framework—Family, Faith, Fitness, and Finances—to guide every decision I make. Tune in to learn why saying no isn’t about missing out, but about making space for what moves you forward.

Timeline Summary:

[0:00] - Why saying no is one of the most important skills for success

[1:29] - The turning point: hitting rock bottom and realizing people-pleasing doesn’t work

[2:28] - Step one to saying no: define what you want out of life

[3:18] - Using income goals to decide which tasks to eliminate

[5:08] - Real-life examples of outsourcing low-value tasks

[6:21] - Reinvesting your time into high-value skill-building

[8:10] - Applying the Four F’s to prioritize and make better decisions

[10:24] - Saying no for fitness and health goals—yes, that means the snooze button too

[12:26] - Weekly challenge: what are you going to say no to?

3 Key Takeaways:

1. You can’t please everyone—focus on what fulfills you and supports your goals.

2. Replace low-value tasks with higher-value activities that align with your income or life goals.

3. Use the Four F’s—Family, Faith, Fitness, and Finances—to evaluate whether something is worth your time.

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