Ep. #125 Feedback Includes The Art Of Saying No: Becoming Bossminded Book Preview

by Marci Barker / April 29th, 2025
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Feedback Includes The Art Of Saying No:
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Feedback Includes The Art Of Saying No: Becoming Bossminded Book Preview
In this episode, I talked about the sixth step of the Accountability Code—feedback, which is all about using past experiences to make better choices moving forward. I shared a personal story from my upcoming book Becoming Boss Minded called The Art of Saying No, where I learned the hard way that helping too much can lead to burnout. I explained how saying yes too often, even with good intentions, can hurt your mental health and relationships. This story helped me see how important it is to set boundaries and focus on what really matters.
I introduced a step-by-step method called the Six Ps to help you feel more confident when saying no. These steps help you protect your time, energy, and peace of mind so you can grow without overwhelming yourself. I also reminded listeners that feedback doesn’t always come right away, it often shows up after the fact, and that’s okay. What matters is learning from it and doing better next time. I hope my story inspires you to reflect on your own past experiences and use them to build a healthier, more balanced future.
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Topics Covered in the Episode:
What feedback really means and why it’s important
A personal story about feeling overwhelmed while trying to help family
How burnout can sneak up when you say yes too often
The danger of letting others' expectations define you
How a tough moment became a turning point for change
Why clear boundaries are necessary for growth and peace
The impact of miscommunication and emotional stress
Introducing the Six Ps method to confidently say no
How faith and prayer support better decision-making
Encouragement to reflect, learn, and grow from past feedback
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