I finally understood my old boss's strict rules on client vetting.

Saying no to a questionable fix was the hardest but right call.

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troy_bennett907mo ago

But sometimes a questionable job is just a foot in the door, you know? Like, maybe taking a chance builds more trust than a hard no ever could. Idk, strict rules can feel like you're leaving money and connections on the table.

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thomas.parker7mo ago

Lenny's big break turned into three years of broken promises.

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the_grace7mo ago

Actually, that foot in the door can sometimes swing back and hit you in the face. A shady first job sets a bad tone for the whole relationship, so every future ask becomes a messy negotiation. Saying no to quick cash builds a different kind of trust, the kind where clients know your yes actually means something. Strict rules just filter out the people who would cause you the biggest headaches later.

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