Saying no is critical because it empowers you to focus your limited resources—people, time, money—on the core elements that drive success best.
The most successful entrepreneurs say no to most "opportunities".
The overarching issue is that most people say yes too much.
The most crucial question to ask is: "What won’t we do?"
Businesses with a narrow focus on delivering only what they can nail for the customer—a product or service not readily found elsewhere—are the successful ones.
When you nail what you will do, your company will be more successful and profitable.
Your “Won’t Do” list is an essential business tool.
As a result, clients started to approach Bergler first because they had so many misses with sub-par competitors.
There is a robust correlation between success and abiding by a strong “Won’t Do” list.