You have the upper hand in a conflict, so be nice. Your magnanimity persuades losing parties to yield without a fight.
At first you felt insulted being handed something a rival just turned down, but does it really matter? It’s still an amazing opportunity.
Success depends on how well you get along with someone who doesn’t respect you. This prods you to go further than you would have gone before.
Stick to your guns. The reason people poke holes in your plans is because they have no plans of their own. Your agenda will win out.
Keep opinions to yourself. People are sensitive now and will likely take what you have to say the wrong way.
There’s more to a financial tiff than meets the eye. Resentment has been building for weeks. Address the concern and you clear the air.
