Yes, I know lots of people think the price is the price and they can’t do anything about it. The biggest thing I tell my friends/family is that you’re not getting any sort of deal unless you ask for it. Your TV provider/insurance company/etc will never call you and say “hey, we like you, have $5 off your bill every month.” You have got to ask them and follow through with any threats you give (although you shouldn’t ever threaten them). And like you said in the post – always be sincere to them. That’s why my fiancé doesn’t make these calls – when I do I have patience and don’t just start yelling or giving attitude to the rep on the other side of the phone.
Always ask for a better deal, people! I manage a hotel charging over $150/night and I allow all the desk agents to go all the way down to $100 without needing to talk to me first. Making any sort of sale is usually better than making no sale at all. (Obviously within means – don’t think you’re getting stuff for free!)
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Btw, looking forward to some of your posts currently in the works, Dan! (Hint, super guide on cash back apps! Been using things like that for months already! Hit me up if you want any input!)
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