Rate each risk on a 5×5 grid — color dictates response urgency.

Repeat the same refusal in the same words calmly, no matter how the other person reshapes the pressure.

Say no in three sentences: thanks, refusal, closing — with no "sorry" or justification.

Memorize one 7-word refusal sentence and rehearse it until it emerges automatically under pressure.

Say "no, I can't" — complete sentence. No explanation, no apology.

When he opens sensitive topic, say "tell me more" vs reply.

In crisis: one person leads, all report to them, fast decisions — not "committee".

Scan 6 external factors (political, economic, social, technological, environmental, legal) to spot opportunities and threats.

Know when to ask AI to generate new code versus review existing code — the two uses need different prompts and different caution.