Disclaimer: I prioritize my time carefully. Please be clear and direct about why you'd like to chat. I often have to say no, even to compelling requests, due to limited availability. My priorities are family/friends, work, and personal time (gym/tennis). I value my limited free time and will decline requests that don't align with my priorities. 

Ryan Holiday wrote a brilliant essay on why it's important to protect your time. I wish I'd written it!  

Sorry in advance if I have to say no to your request – but it's not without reason.