Choose Your Perfect “No”
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“After sizing up the resource game, this project’s getting the axe. I respect your hustle, but our priorities aren’t budging—thanks for rolling with it.”
“We’re pivoting hard in another direction, so this ain’t it. Let’s hook up later for a deal with killer product-market fit—deal?”
“Big props for throwing this my way, but I’m swamped and can’t give it the love it deserves. Kicking it off my plate with respect—catch you next time.”
“Per our last chat and section 3.2 of the deal, we’re slamming the door on this—it’s outside our contracted lane. Appreciate the understanding.”
“Straight up—this ain’t my thing, and I won’t bullshit you about it. Still value our vibe, so I’m passing. Cool?”
“I’m not your guy for this, but hit up [alternative resource]—they’ll nail it way better than I could. Good luck!”