| As many of us begin to transition back to in-person work, we’re bound to get an influx of invitations to "catch up over coffee." But all of these face-to-face get-togethers can be overwhelming and aren’t always a great use of your time and energy. How can you say no to these requests without jeopardizing your relationships with coworkers and other professional contacts? Be realistic about how many hours you can allocate to these types of networking meetings. If having yet another informal coffee date would cut into other commitments that matter more to you, then politely decline. It’s tempting to ignore the request or give an insincere "sure" without intending to follow through, but it’s better to give an honest and graceful rejection. Explain that you’re stretched at the moment and you don’t currently have time, but that you’d like to stay in touch. If this is someone you want to maintain a relationship with, you can also suggest a time to chat that works better with your schedule or offer to connect over the phone or via video instead. But, remember, it’s OK to set boundaries as long as you communicate them with kindness and sincerity. |
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