Forbes published Leadership – Why “Yes” is a Better Answer than “No” by Mike Myatt. The article points out how saying “No” creates a negative culture, how “Yes” leads to a positive environment, and saying “Yes” is a sign of intelligent leadership.
Ask yourself this question – If as a leader you find yourself always saying no, what does that tell you about your leadership ability? It means your vision is not understood, your team is not aligned, and your talent is not performing up to par.