Others are locked into old ways of thinking, but not you. Don’t try to reinvent the wheel. A few twists on a familiar theme is all it takes to get things rolling.
You worked hard to stake out territory. Now you need to build a fence around it. People will respect your turf once you show that you own it.
This isn’t the time to draw a line in the sand – not when a difficult type proves to be surprisingly cooperative. Be inviting and supportive.
A friend calls in a favor right when your resources are stretched to the limit. Honor it ASAP. This person once did the same for you.
Years of experience have taught you that a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down. This helps colleagues digest news that’s tough to take.
You won’t achieve your aim, but it could still materialize in a different guise. Keep an open mind so that you recognize it when it appears.
