The Hardest Word to Say

One of the hardest things about being a work at home mom is that people tend to think if you work from home, you've got more time than they have. So why don't you lead the class field trip, organize the church bazaar, or babysit the neighborhood kids when they're out on school holiday? And while it's nice to be more available to your kids - that's the main advantage of telecommuting, in my opinion - that doesn't automatically translate into having more time.

And that's why it's important to have boundaries, and to learn to say no. N-O, no! Sounds simple. But for most women, it isn't. And that's why I love OnlineOrganizing.com's 20 Ways to Say No by Ramona Creel. Study the list. Pick your favorites. And the next time someone puts you on the spot, you'll have an answer ready.