Unfortunately you’re not free to follow up on an opportunity right away, but stay in touch because your paths will cross another day.
What began as others seeking advice is turning into a situation where you’re more involved than you want to be. Backpedal now while you still can.
It doesn’t make sense to analyze a situation. There’s a behind-the-scenes player and until this person emerges you’re only working with half the story.
That once burned investor or client is feeling twice shy, so keep that in mind when you make your pitch. You want to purr, not pounce.
It’s time to make peace. Why be hard-nosed when – if you bend a little – the other party will happily accommodate you?
Expect to be cross-examined about matters that you’re not at liberty to discuss. Answer a question with a question and you’ll be all right.