Comments on: Saying No

By: Guest Post by Social Media Dad Chris Brogan, from The Chris Brogan Blog — Social Media Mom

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:43:59 +0000

[...] know much about, and what can’t be accomplished by software, is that when I’m home, I’m really home, and I spend a lot of time and affection and attention with my children and wife. I’m not [...]

By: Flora Morris Brown, Ph.D.

Flora Morris Brown, Ph.D. — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:49:36 +0000

Congratulations for taking this stand on saying "no" and setting priorities. It's not only the way to get things done that you value, but also the only way to be happy. Other people have no limit to the number of things and responsibilities they will dump on you. Many of those things are FOR them and should be done BY them. Not long ago I wrote a post with the message that happiness comes from learning to say no to others and yes to yourself. Thanks for making this important point.

By: Stretching Intervals » All-Around Bits

Stretching Intervals » All-Around Bits — Thu, 08 May 2008 13:20:11 +0000

[...] and our ability to decide and choose how we each define and take responsibility for our lives. – Chris Brogan on saying no – Chris Pirillo: How do you deal with information [...]

By: chrisbrogan

chrisbrogan — Thu, 08 May 2008 11:42:33 +0000

You guys are all so great. Thank you for your thoughts and sentiments. I’m grateful for friends like you, and excited about what I’ll be able to do once I get just a little more clutter off my plate.

By: david usher

david usher — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:51:17 +0000

hey chris
time seems to be a reoccurring theme online these days. as our web lives get more cluttered with ‘conversation’ its becoming more and more important to be really clear on ones priorities. i know in my own life i am often having to set boundaries on my cell, the web and social media. of course it 5:48am and im commenting to you so…damn, time for coffee and a book:)
cheers

By: Hannah

Hannah — Thu, 08 May 2008 05:49:13 +0000

Excellent Post. Actually, just today my PR mentor was imparting to me the value of setting healthy boundaries. In the world of social media, which is active 24-7, boundaries are even harder to define.

By: Connie Bensen

Connie Bensen — Thu, 08 May 2008 02:35:27 +0000

Hey Chris,
We all need to step back & assess where we’ve been, where we’re at & where we’re going.

If you ever want a guest post on community building let me know & I’d be glad to help! Even on a regular basis… if that would help you spend an extra hour or two with your family.

My daughter is in college & I now regret the priority I put on work when she was younger. But with an empty nest I now have time to help if you’d like?

By: Mother Earth

Mother Earth — Thu, 08 May 2008 01:41:44 +0000

I think it takes courage to say no, when someone mentioned that to me – I felt proud for choosing. Especially when the choices were moving me forward with my work and family goals.

By: Michael Schneider

Michael Schneider — Wed, 07 May 2008 23:15:34 +0000

Chris, I really like your tone here.

I especially like the way that your posts and tweets remind me that work is not what defines me.

By the way, could you take a look at… kidding!

By: Wendy Bigham

Wendy Bigham — Wed, 07 May 2008 18:30:22 +0000

What resource did you find on the flight from Houston?