Someone may be in a position to say no today, but there’s always somebody else higher in rank. And chances are that person will say yes.
Someone you always treat generously asks for a favor. This time you must decline. If this person’s a friend, s/he will understand.
Developments constantly shift. It’s tempting to throw everything out and start again, but finish what’s underway. You’re near the end.
If you like what you’re doing then that’s OK because even if everyone else has a problem with it, you know of one person who doesn’t.
First someone wants advice, rejects it, then comes asking again. It’s exasperating, but s/he really is trying to do what’s best.
You already know the answer is no, but don’t say it now. Hem and haw for a while so people get the impression you’re mulling things over.
