September 8 - Say No When You Should “All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.” (Matthew 5:37 NIV) Toolbox Talk: Time stewardship sometimes means saying no. When you say yes to everything you either break commitments or burn out. Clear no’s protect your priorities. They guard your family. They guard your health. If you need to say no - say it simply and early. Jobsite Story: One of the hardest skills in running a building business is saying no to work that looks profitable but isn't right - wrong client, wrong scope, wrong timing. Every job I took against my better judgment cost me more than the margin it generated. Learning to say no is part of the business skill set. Debrief: What are you saying yes to that you should stop? What is one no you need to say this week to protect what matters? Prayer: Lord, help me be clear and honest with my commitments. Give me courage to say no when it’s wise. Amen. Takeaway: Clear “noes” protect you. Further Reading: Proverbs 25:28 #DevotionsForTradies #ChristianMen #WorkplaceFaith #TradesLife #ConstructionLife