The Art of Rejection

holidayad_

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I'm currently getting two new projects off the ground, so my weeks are flooded with meetings with potential partners and suppliers.

One of these meetings was with a local artist (painting) for one of these projects. I presented the proposal, the brand's mission, the benefits, possible counterpoints, and all that sort of thing.

I presented the proposal for a percentage of revenue to this artist, and she made a counter-proposal. So far so good. A few days later, I adjusted the proposal based on the conversation to a % close to what she had asked for and asked for another meeting.

Then, a few days later, she refused, saying that the project was "utopian" and poorly structured.

With this unprofessional rejection, especially after we've reached the point of having negotiated a percentage, it's unlikely that the bridge will be re-established.

That's why I say: knowing how to reject is an art.

Whether it's rejection in business or relationships.

Be smart. Be wise.
 

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Sounds like your negotiation tactics rubbed her the wrong way and she probably thinks the same way about you as you do her.
 
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