Ink drawing of Lewis Carroll's Mad Hatter from Alice In Wonderland

Top 10 Ways People Say No Without Saying No

By Meghann Posted on July 4, 2018July 4, 2018 Category :

Issue 144

As we commemorate this day of independence (and saying no to British Rule), here are some of our favorite ways people say no in the office without saying the actual word. Because that would be too easy. Independence never is.

10. Wish I could say yes.

9. I would prefer…

8. Not right now.

7. Pass.

6. I don’t think so.

5. Sorry.

4. I’m not sure.

3. Maybe.

2. Can I get back to you?

1. (Silence)

And when in doubt, setup time to talk to a mentor today!