Comments on: Say No Without the Guilt

By: Alyson Stanfield

Tue, 19 May 2015 17:03:46 +0000

I’m happy to hear it’s helpful, Veronica. What are you saying No to today?

Thank you for your kind words. They mean a lot.

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By: veronica jaeger

Tue, 19 May 2015 06:13:10 +0000

Thank you Alyson! You can’t imagine how perfect this is for me today! This is exactly what I needed to hear…And thank you for doing what you do. You are really an inspiration for me everyday. Without your advice, I’ll be still hiding in my studio foverer and ever (which is all I really wanna do. But I think you get that).

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By: Susan Cohn

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 02:34:10 +0000

A couple of weeks ago, I realized my painting time had disappeared. I got up in the middle of the night and made a list of all the things I could eliminate from my schedule.
My priorities, as you have guessed, are family, health and art. The next morning I started sending out e-mails resigning from boards and other responsibilities. I have even taken a break from teaching art for the summer. I can’t wait to see the results of resetting my activities to fit my priorities.

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By: Alyson Stanfield

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 17:21:03 +0000

In reply to Jason.

That’s right, Jason. You have to weigh all of the aspects.

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By: Alyson Stanfield

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 17:18:09 +0000

In reply to Carol Till.

Excellent point, Carol.

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By: Alyson Stanfield

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 17:17:44 +0000

In reply to Pattie Byron.

I love hearing this, Pattie. Love knowing that the trip to CO was worth it for you. Come back!

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By: Pattie Byron

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 16:26:07 +0000

There is so much value in the lesson of “no”. When something does not align with my art mission I have learned to let it go. I now have more time, focus, resources to create my art which is the mission I am on. After attending your Art Biz Makeover a couple years ago I said “no” to all that was in my way. This has resulted in more time to make more art, more shows, open studios and sales.

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By: Jason

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 20:34:38 +0000

Its tricky to know when to say no because sometimes you can get a lead or a real job out of a “favor”. Either way you do need to know how to say no and believe in your decision.

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By: Carol Till

Fri, 03 Apr 2015 18:44:27 +0000

Beware of the request wrapped in a complement! We want you to run x because you are: just so organized, you did such a great job last time, everyone thinks you are the best at this, etc. Particularly a problem with artist groups. When I started to say no, it was amazing how many of these activities were dropped because no one else would run them. Lesson learned!

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