Often our first inclination is to accept every opportunity that presents itself, but – somewhat counterintuitively – saying no can actually help your business grow buying you freedom and helping you build a stronger brand.
In this video I list the questions you should ask when deciding which projects to take on and how best to determine which ones to decline. I share the framework I use when choosing which clients my small business can collaborate with.
Be sure to watch the end where I describe the benefits and a methodology for saying, “No…”
Although these questions specifically apply to a residential design practice, they can be applied more broadly to many facets of life helping you to focus on your priorities and goals rather than the priorities of others.
Tell me in the comment how you say “no”?
Architects, photographers and designers featured in this video:
SHSH Architecture + Scenography
Chris Pardo Design – Elemental Architecture
Platform 5 Architects
Ute Günther INNENARCHITEKTUR & DESIGN
Andrew Snow Photography
Lane Williams Architects
Lane Williams Architects
Ian Moore Architects
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
Bates Masi Architects LLC
AR Design Studio Ltd
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STARTUP TOOLKIT:
* Architect + Entrepreneur Startup Toolkit: http://thirtybyforty.com/SPL
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