Can you say no when you should? It can be a difficult task.

Whether you're just starting out or have a few years under your belt, there are times when it's tough to say "no" to a prospect and walk away from a project. But, at times, saying "no" you must. - Neil Tortorella - Creative Latitude

Mr. Tortorella's list of reasons to say no is quite good. I've run into several of them over the years. Knowing when to say no can be one of the most important thing you can know. It sounds counter intuitive, but it's not. Here's why:

• If you knowing when to say no, you know when you can say yes
• You avoid problem projects, and problem clients
• By knowing the pitfalls to avoid, you can better plan the projects you accept

Always keep in mind that designers are known by their work, both the good, and unfortunately the bad. what kind of work do you want your name associated with?