The No Zone

Deal Maker Academy: Level 3

The Power of "NO"

"No" is just a stop sign. 🛑

It means "Not right now" or "Not this way." It does not mean you are in trouble or that you'll never get what you want.

"Deal Makers know that accepting 'No' is the fastest way to get to a 'Yes' later!"

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Don't argue or whine. Just freeze for a second.

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Take one "Rubber Band Breath" to stay flexy.

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"Okay, maybe next time."

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Find something else to do right now.

The "NO"

"No iPad time right now."

The PIVOT

"Okay! I'll go build with Legos instead."

The "NO"

"No, we can't go to the park."

The PIVOT

"Okay! Can we play hide and seek inside?"

I am going to say "No" to something you want.
Can you use the 4-Step Plan?

1. Stop

2. Breathe

3. Say OK

4. Pivot

Being a Deal Maker means you are the boss of your reactions. Great job today!