This is Season Four, Episode Four. Where we talk about how to say "no" with class and authenticity. Got someone who wants to pick your brain, ask you for a discount, or - GASP! - work for exposure? Need a classy way to say "um, no thanks!" without burning bridges or sounding like a jerk? You need this episode!

Being a doormat in your business sucks, quite frankly. It's also potentially a sign of co-dependence, which is one of our 5 Symptoms of Underearning. If you're saying yes to everyone and everything except yourself, it's time to re-wire your brain. Saying "no" is sexy, y'all, and today, I'm sharing tips to help you say it with class & authenticity. This is the third episode in a Summer-long series that deals with different aspects and triggers for underearning.

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Show Notes

3:08 - The alternative to the vicious cycle of deadbeat clients and doing work you hate.

04:32 - The "Beef Stew" problem that shows up when you don't stand your ground and say "no".

9:00 - The importance of honoring boundaries

12:06 - What to say when someone is trying to talk you down on your rates

16:00 - The importance of saying "no" and trusting others to do their own work.

19:16 - The greatest lesson my Mom ever taught me.

24:03 - What happens when the desire to "not lose" ruins your plan to succeed (and how to fix it)

Rising Tide Members

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Credits & Sponsors

Mentioned in this episode:

• Overcoming Underearning - our 5-week program to help you unpack your old money stories, create new ones, and build a solid financial foundation.

Music: "Welcome to the Show" by Kevin MacLeod
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