Skip to main content

The Power Of 'Yes': How We Can Break The Routine Of 'No'

Growth
The Power Of 'Yes': How We Can Break The Routine Of 'No'
In past episodes, we've talked a lot about setting boundaries and saying "no" more as entrepreneurs. But this episode, believe it or not, we're actually talking about saying "yes" a little more. We'll explore what new opportunities present themselves when we let down our walls a bit, take risks and try new things.

When was the last time you said "yes"? Just an all-out, hesitation-free, no-questions-asked "yes"? Over time, a lot of entrepreneurs get really good at saying "no." Which, as we've discussed in past episodes, is important. But in the process, we can fall into a routine of refusal when it comes to exploration.

We forget that trying new things is almost like the process of falling in love: The enthusiasm we get when we've discovered something for the first time is almost indescribable. We talk about it nonstop, as if we were the first person to ever discover it. It's whimsical and wonderful. It keeps us young.

This episode, we discuss how we can keep this feeling of discovery present in our lives by saying "yes"; how to tell when the reward outweighs the risk; and the "yes" answers that made us who we are today.

Pair this episode with:

Eucalyptus Martini

Eucalyptus Martini

Gin
Eucalyptus Martini
Fresh, minty and unlike the other cocktails we've tasted before, the Eucalyptus Martini is the definition of saying "yes" to something new. The key here is the eucalyptus syrup: It's a 1:1 simple syrup with fresh eucalyptus leaves that's easy to make. Egg whites add froth and body to the mix, and Liberator Gin contributes the punch. Get out of your comfort zone (and, you know, clear your sinuses) with this innovative recipe.

Ingredients

For the cocktail:

  • 1 1/2 oz. Liberator Gin
  • 3/4 oz. eucalyptus syrup
  • 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 3 drops egg whites
  • 1 eucalyptus leaf, to garnish

For the eucalyptus syrup:

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/3 cup fresh eucalyptus

Preparation

  1. In a glass, prepare the eucalyptus syrup by mixing the water, sugar and fresh eucalyptus. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour the gin, eucalyptus syrup, lime juice and egg whites. Shake well so that the egg whites are frothy.
  3. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a floating eucalyptus leaf.
Gin

More on Balance

Are We Still Entrepreneurs?
Are We Still Entrepreneurs?
Are we still entrepreneurs? We both own established businesses–and we're successful mid-career creatives–so we don't really fit into the trendy description of a startup that seems to be all…
Let's hear it »
Recognition
Recognition
Recognition. As leaders, we recognize success and achievement in others as second nature. As individuals, we aren't great being on the receiving end—especially as women. But it's…
Let's hear it »
Change + Growth
Change + Growth
Recognizing change can feel like a hopeless task sometimes because we're evaluating the changes in real time. But the bottom line—we must grow.
Let's hear it »
@easyunderground
 
Listen on apple Podcasts
Get it on Google Play
Listen on spotify
Listen on stitcher