Minimum Design Meeting Hacks: 2

Chapter 2: The Art of Saying "No" with Style

In this chapter, we delve into the dark arts of saying no to your design team's wild ideas without actually hurting their feelings. Next Chapter: The Power of the Passive-Aggressive Email Back to Chapter 1: Designating the Obvious

Saying no to design suggestions can be a delicate art. You must be firm but kind, direct but diplomatic. Here are some tips to help you say no with style:

• Say no to the coffee machine in the break room. It's not your call.
• Use the phrase "I'll look into it" when you really mean "no, I have no idea what you're talking about".
• When asked to "just add a little more color", reply with "I'm not a magician".