A high maintenance client isn’t worth the trouble. Chances are you could find a suitable replacement if you went looking, so look.
The end result is positive but falls short of what you wanted. Rest assured you got the best possible outcome given the current circumstances.
Ask loved ones for extra elbow room. You’re edgy and the last thing you feel like dealing with is somebody else’s rib poking.
You know the other party’s cheap, but don’t make them feel bad about it. Emphasize a venture’s positive points and s/he will cough it up.
Are you being uptight? Probably. Take it easy with the self-scrutiny. People aren’t half as judgmental as you think.
Despite the undercurrent of competition, colleagues want to see the best candidate succeed. All you have to do is prove you’re that person.
