When to Quit

For the last several weeks, a goldfinch has been tapping on my windows. And glass patio door. And perching on the edge of a patio chair. I think he sees the reflection of trees in the glass. For whatever reason, he wants to get through the glass. Sometimes he flies frantically and beats his body against the glass. At first is was cute, but now it is just plain annoying.

People can be like that bird. They just don't know when to quit. Especially business people. I tend to be direct and let someone know when I am not going to do business with them. I appreciate it when customers do the same with me. My pet peeve is lying. I don't think telling a salesperson that you "will get back to them..." when you really are not interested is helpful. In fact it is a lie. It may be easier for the customer, but it doesn't let the salesperson know it is time to quit.

So don't call salespeople "pushy" if you are misleading them. And don't put a fake reflection in front of a customer. We all need to know when to quit.

If you have a tip for me to help me get this bird to quit, please let me know. BTW, I don't like guns.

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