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Old 18th March 2010   #28
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Originally Posted by toneguru View Post
For another, he may be coming back to you for the fact that you can take his shit without getting bent. That is a very big thing in this industry. If you can keep your ego out of it and carry on, it is noticed and appreciated by all. They may not utter a word of gratitude to you but it is huge.

Also, over the years the artists that have tested me the most are the ones that have helped me to grow the most. Think of working with testy types as a zen polishing. Be more concerned and aware of how you react (or better yet respond) to his abrasive nature. Be less concerned about his emotional outbursts.
Very good post... I've never thought about it quite like that but I certainly agree....

I can say with certainty that is all the awful, tedious, stressful sessions I have had to endure that have prepared me to be able to walk into a room full of demanding clients and immediately take control.

And as far as the OT goes.... as has been covered... Perhaps bump the rates up a bit so that if things get particularly rough, you have a light at the end to think about
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