Phone calls, saying no and staying ready

Phone calls, saying no and staying readyPhone calls, saying no and staying readyBe bold. Make the call.The Power of the phoneI know Im all about email writing tips, but this time lets switch gears and talk about the phone.Sometimes, the shortest distance between you and an opportunity is a phone call.Who can you call to open a new door in your career? Have your pitch ready to go, pick up the receiver and set something great in motion.Remember you are always in control of your careerBe willing to say noSimple question yes or no?When we decide what work to pursue, its always yes vs no.More and more, I say no to opportunities outside of my core area of expertise (business communication). Otherwise, Im pulled in too many directions. Jack of all trades is a master of none.On the other hand, I say yes as much as possible to opportunities within business communication. Those experiences allow me to improve my skillset and define my brand.The goal to be an inch wide and a mile deep.The only way to get there? Master yes vs no.Keep grinding at the work that makes you, you. Leave everything else to everyone else.On being readyDo you have a big career opportunity on the horizon? Then you need to remember the p word.Preparation.If you dont have a firm plan before the moment arrives, then you could squander the chance at a major professional win.Because once the moment passes, its gone. And you may never have the exact same chance again.So make a checklist. Address every item. Dont skimp on the preparation phase.Your future self will thank you.Thisarticlefirst appeared onDannyhrubin.com.