GentlegeneralMessage
Can we align on a more realistic timeline?
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When Pushing Back On A Request messages in a Gentle tone
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Message examples in a gentle tone
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GentlegeneralMessage
Could we focus on a smaller deliverable first?
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GentlegeneralMessage
I can’t take this on without dropping something else first.
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GentlegeneralMessage
I can assist if we redefine what’s needed.
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GentlegeneralMessage
I can’t take this on without dropping something else.
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GentlegeneralMessage
I can revisit this once current work wraps up.
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GentlegeneralMessage
I’d rather set a realistic expectation upfront.
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GentlegeneralMessage
Let me know what works best on your side.
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GentlegeneralMessage
I don’t have the bandwidth to do this well at the moment.
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GentlegeneralMessage
Let me know what works best on your end.
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