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The husband expresses frustration over a business deal he was negotiating with a company that didn't work out. The wife suggests finding another company to negotiate with, but the husband feels discouraged. They agree to take a break and revisit previous strategies they used while negotiating with the other company.
human
I'm really frustrated about that business deal I was negotiating. The other company just won't budge on their offer.
gpt
I'm sorry to hear that. Did you try to negotiate with them further?
human
Yes, I did, but it didn't seem to make much of a difference. They were set on their terms.
gpt
Maybe you could try to find another company to negotiate with?
human
That's a good idea, but I feel discouraged. I don't want to waste my time negotiating with someone who won't meet me halfway.
gpt
I understand how you feel. Maybe it's time to take a break and come back to it with fresh eyes.
human
You're right. I'll take a step back and focus on something else for a while.
gpt
Remember when you were negotiating with that other company a few months ago? You were able to reach a compromise with them. What strategies did you use then that you could apply now?
human
That's a good point. Maybe I can revisit those strategies and see if they'll work with this company too.
gpt
Don't give up hope. You're a skilled negotiator, and I'm sure you'll find a way to make this deal work.