“Master the Art of Influence: 7 Phrases That Turn Tension into Triumph with Difficult People”
Then I tried something different. The next time he shot down one of my ideas, I calmly said, “Let’s find a solution that works for both of us.”
That one sentence completely changed his approach. Instead of pushing back, he paused—because now it wasn’t about him vs. me. It was about working together.
Difficult people thrive on conflict. But when you refuse to play their game and shift the focus to cooperation, you stay in control—and often get what you want in the process.
3) “What would you like me to do?”
When someone is being difficult, they often get caught up in complaining or criticizing without offering any real solutions.
