How to Say No (Without Sacrificing Opportunities)

College of Science Diversity Equity and Inclusion
How to Say No (Without Sacrificing Opportunities)
                                                                  
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Abstract:
If you find yourself exhausted and over-scheduled, you’re not alone. Over half of faculty, staff, and administrators in higher education report experiencing burnout, and the effect is especially damaging to women, gender minorities, and people of color–in part because these groups are disproportionately likely to end up with extra service, administrative work, and other tasks that don’t directly contribute to career goals.
In this 2-hour workshop, we’ll define and discuss non-promotable tasks, examine our own workloads, and practice prioritizing our work portfolio to align with our goals and interests and to leave more time for our primary work. Then we’ll practice the conversations that enable us to say no without harming work relationships or closing the door on future opportunities.

This workshop is open to all employees in the College of Science. We will provide a light lunch, though participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle. Participants will also be eligible to win a copy of the book, "The No Club: Putting a Stop to Women's Dead-End Work", the primary source for this workshop’s materials.

Intended Audience:
All College of Science employees are welcome!

To request an interpreter, please visit myaccess.rit.edu


Contact
Dr. Jacquie Ludwig
Event Snapshot
When and Where
June 27, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Room/Location: 2305
July 08, 2025
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Room/Location: a440
Who

This is an RIT Only Event

Interpreter Requested?

No

Topics
faculty
staff