Furious Quote by Augusten Burroughs
““He was furious that the music house wanted forty grand. He wanted us to "Jew them down””
About This Quote
The speaker is angry about a high price demand and urges aggressive negotiation to lower the cost.
In simple terms: Angry about price; wants to negotiate down aggressively.
Key Takeaway
Negotiate firmly when faced with high costs.
Themes
money
negotiation
anger
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
advice
practical
When to use this quote
- business deals
- personal finance
- contract discussions
Key Concepts
pricing strategy
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is aggressive negotiation always effective?
- When is it appropriate to push back on price?
A Different Perspective
Aggressive bargaining can damage relationships.
