The Hidden Cost of Doing It All: Why Saying 'No' Is a Power Move

Many business owners believe they need to do everything themselves to succeed. They take every call, answer every email, and try to be available 24/7. But doing it all doesn’t mean doing it well. In fact, it often leads to burnout, missed opportunities, and mistakes that cost both time and money.

Saying “no” doesn’t make you lazy or unhelpful — it makes you smart. When you say no to the wrong things, you make space to say yes to the right ones. That might mean more time with your family, more energy for your top clients, or more focus on your most important goal. Just like The ONE Thing teaches, success comes from narrowing your focus, not widening it.

So next time you're tempted to take on one more task, ask yourself: “Is this helping me move forward, or just keeping me busy?” Saying no is a power move — not just for your schedule, but for your life.