September 1, 2008Success Story ~ When you calm down, if you want me back, call me.

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I wasn’t sure this was a success story because we ended up parting ways, but after I spoke with you, I felt good about setting boundaries.

I’m a web master, and I have several clients. I told one of my clients that I would not be working on her site for a couple of days due to medical reasons, she went into a rant. She was using every swear word I’ve ever heard, and I told her when she calmed down, if she wanted her to come back she could call me. I left.

When I heard back, she terminated our relationship. She sited the fact that I left that day. I responded politely and suggested I wished it had ended on a better note. But the reality is, I’m relieved that I won’t be working with her anymore, and I’m pleased that I stood up when I felt mistreated.

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