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Vanessa Patrick, Murali Kuppuswamy

Wielding the Power of No

January 16, 2025 by Vanessa Patrick, Murali Kuppuswamy

As this Advisor highlights, purpose is vital for direction and unity. Beyond foundational steps, the ability to say no — empowered refusal — is essential for aligning decisions with organizational identity. By fostering this skill, organizations can en…

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Please Say No! How Empowered Refusal Upholds Purpose

September 30, 2024 by Vanessa Patrick, Murali Kuppuswamy

Vanessa M. Patrick, author of The Power of Saying No: The New Science of How to Say No That Puts You in Charge of Your Life, and Murali Kuppuswamy explain how saying no can be an essential antidote to purpose washing. Leveraging insights on empowered r…

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