Was this letter writer’s former colleague being genuine when he offered them a discount?
How do I interpret his offer? Do I come across as a schnorrer if I say yes, I do happen to be running low, and could I now take advantage of his generous offer? The product is not cheap, so a discount would be welcome. I probably would only do it once, but even so: Is an offer always an offer, or is it sometimes just someone being polite?in retail is generally given strict specifications about the discounts that can be offered.
The problem is that other people hear me respond to that nickname and then start using it, too. I really don’t like it. It seems much too familiar. How can I let it be known, without hurting feelings, that I prefer my unabbreviated name?I often host parties and gatherings in my home, and I have a question regarding people who reply “Maybe” to my invitations.
But if you continue to be reprimanded by noncommittal guests, Miss Manners gives you permission to say, “The specifics of the event have not changed. If your answer has, then please let me know. We would love to have you there.”
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