Edmund Burke on Difficult People
“He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill.”
–Edmund Burke (1729–1797)
Irish philosopher and statesman
Sales moral…
You can draw value from a gloomy Gus or cynic by remaining objective and clear in your thinking. (yes, it can be tough)
Occasionally, they’ll point out valid hurdles or challenges you haven’t seen (even if they present it like an @ss). With their help, if you can wait objective (and keep your ego in check), you’ll have a better opportunity of getting something valuable from the interaction.
Stay objective. Be no ego. Get value.