Maybe they said no because they had spicy Thai for lunch but it was a little too spicy now they feel sweaty and uncomfortable and just want you to go away.
Maybe they said no because you forgot to bring a briefcase of cash.
Maybe they said no because they already have one like you.
Maybe they said no because they’re not in the business of working with one like you.
Maybe they said no because you didn’t ask for a yes.
Maybe they said no because they didn’t like the song.
Maybe they wanted to say yes but they said no because they knew their boss would say no.
Maybe they said no because they don’t see what’s in it for them.
Maybe they said no because it was winter and they hate winter.
Odds are all of these reasons are simply ‘no for now’ and can be changed with time, a specific vision and plan…and persistence.
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Here's a short list of things that can turn no’s into yes’s...and each have their own consequences.
Krispy Kreme donuts
Enthusiasm
A million dollars
Memorizing all the relevant names
A thousand dollars
Time
Begging
A funny story
Picking up the tab
Initiating contact
Letting the other person initiate contact
Caring for the other person’s dreams
A good hair cut
Shared experiences
Faith
Naivety
Maturity
Proceeding as though they said yes (super risky)
Camaraderie in your organization
Amazing songs
Playing to your strengths
Whisky
