How do you say no to your boss without seeming lazy?

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1. Don't say no, say "yes, and here's what would need to move." It shows you're prioritizing, not refusing.

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2. Give a reason tied to the work, not your feelings. "If I take this, X will be late" lands well.

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3. Good managers respect people who protect their workload. Bad ones will push anyway, which tells you something.

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