🛑 The word that saved me 13weeks a year

Mike Greene

Jul '25 (edited) • Daily Wisdom

...and changed my life:

🛑 No. No. No.

Just 2 letters but the most important word for successful entrepreneurs.

✅ Here’s the truth: Those at the top say no roughly 20× more often than they say yes.

💡 Why? Because “no” isn’t rejection, it’s protection.

📚 Studies show that saying “no” is actually the truest measure of commitment to your goals .

💼 Entrepreneurs often say “yes” out of fear - fear of missing out, losing favour, or pleasing others - but that leads to resource drain and diluted impact ().

🔒 Saying no creates:

Time for deep work and flow
Clear boundaries that prevent burnout
Focus on what truly matters, so you don’t spread yourself too thin

🎯 Your challenge (30s‑60s):

Practice saying no today - to the “urgent” task that doesn’t feed your 90-day goal.
Notice how you feel when you choose your own priorities

If you are committed to building your 'NO' muscle and starting today - Comment “NO!” below

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