my 2 cents...
Posted by Holly the antibride ;-) on August 26, 2003 at 09:23:38:
In reply to: venting about frustrating clients....long and tangentially henna posted by Natasha on August 25, 2003 at 23:55:21:
You can use this analogy:"If I were a dentist, and one patient wanted to change their
appointment to a later time, then the other patients would have to be
rescheduled and there's always the possibility that THEY can't change
their times either."
If she says "But it's MY wedding!!!" etc etc...
Then you may find yourself saying "no" indirectly, by explaining
yourself without being particular / revealing details. (Such as how
important the other client is, how much money you'll get, how far
away it is, etc, etc) She should get the feeling that 'a client is a
client is a client'.
She can't take it personally if her plans for you don't work with
your own. You're a professional and can't take sides. There has to
be some respect for what you do, your role in her wedding, etc. (I
mean, if its THAT important, then shouldn't she be more accomodating
to you...?)
I know I know, like you haven't already thought this ;-)
I'm sure in a couple months, the bride will realize how she acted &
feel humiliated by how she's treated you (and anyone else).
Especially if she discusses with her friends on how her mehndi artist
wouldn't do henna at a different time, etc, etc.
Its hard NOT to caught up in the moment, when its coming down to the
crunch and you are so damn sick of planning the wedding and you just
want it overwith *pant pant pant* Can you tell I'm getting married
in 11 days? AAAAAHHH!!! ;-)
Be strong, ground yourself and take a step back if it helps keep your
head clear.
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