Hiya CopyStar!
If you dig in your heels and say, “It’s the principle of it” – watch out!
You’re about to move into “Petty Land”.
Sometimes it’s just better to walk away – than to take a stand that will ultimately zap your time…resources…and energy.
And ultimately mean nothing at the end.
For example, if a client refuses to pay you the balance of an agreed upon project. You could hound him with emails that don’t get answered. Mail him numerous “past due” notices or even threaten to sue him. You may or may not win.
But what’s the real cost?
How much time are you spending to get what’s rightfully yours?
How much energy are you wasting complaining about the situation? How much did that time and energy ultimately cost you?
And if you ever get the payment – what did you net after all that aggravation?
Sometimes it’s better to walk away… cut your loss… and use your energy to find a better client who respect you and your time.
Don’t allow standing on a principle to turn you into a petty person.
Always try to take the higher road – you’ll find fewer jerks there.
Yours for stellar results,
