In this episode of the Lucky 13 Podcast, Mike and Josh explore the critical skill of saying "no" in personal and professional contexts. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries to protect time and resources, emphasizing that saying no is essential for maintaining focus on priorities. They also share strategies for effectively communicating refusals, such as using clear, concise language and rehearsing responses. The episode underscores that saying no is not just about rejection, but about making intentional choices that support long-term goals.   Basketball Banter (00:00:08) Mike and Josh humorously discuss their basketball skills and experiences. The Jingle Idea (00:01:30) Mike suggests creating a jingle for their brand using AI tools like ChatGPT. Mental Training Discussion (00:04:00) They reflect on Ben Carnes' mental training program and its impact on local high school basketball. Saying No in Business (00:09:22) Josh emphasizes the importance of learning to say no effectively in business contexts. Saying No in Business (00:16:43) Discussion on the importance of saying no to align with high priorities and goals. Communicating No Effectively (00:17:29) Strategies for professionally saying no without hurting personal relationships or egos. Commitment to Yes (00:18:09) Emphasizing full commitment when saying yes and the necessity of saying no otherwise. The Hell Yes or Hell No Principle (00:18:26) Exploring the concept of clear decision-making between strong affirmations and outright rejections. Rehearsing Your No (00:19:19) Advice on preparing concise responses to maintain commitment to saying no. Calendar Review Challenge (00:20:11) Encouragement to evaluate past commitments and consider retracting unnecessary yeses. Filling Your Calendar with Priorities (00:21:17) Discussion on aligning calendar activities with personal priorities and values.

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