19/04/2026
Earlier in my career, I believed every opportunity was something I had to say yes to.
Conferences. Partnerships. Speaking opportunities. New collaborations. Every idea felt exciting and important.
So I said yes. A lot.
But eventually I noticed something.
Even though my calendar was full of opportunities, I was not always making the progress I expected.
More activity did not automatically equal more growth.
That was a big shift for me.
Now I look at opportunities through a different lens. Instead of asking, “Does this sound interesting?” I ask, “Does this support the year I am trying to create?”
If the answer is yes, it goes on the calendar.
If the answer is no, it probably does not belong there.
I am curious about you.
Do you tend to say yes to most opportunities, or have you become more selective over time?