2. Jumping at Every Opportunity
You don’t have to say yes to everything. In fact, sometimes, saying no to something can be more beneficial to your career than saying yes.
Why do you say yes to things? Take a look at your standards and make them higher. As an example, just because a club has a PA system doesn’t mean that it’s worth playing there.
There are some gigs that just aren’t worth playing. There are some
connections that just aren’t worth developing.
When you say yes to something, especially something that takes your time, you’re saying no to everything else. Leave yourself open to saying yes to the opportunities that really matter.
Trust your own judgment. If something doesn’t feel right and you want to say no, it’s ok to say no. At that moment, you may worry you’re passing up a great opportunity and will be missing out. The reality is, better opportunities (that are a better fit for you) will come and you will be ready for them.
