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Cancel plans politely

Back out of plans without burning bridges or feeling guilty.

the scenario
easySocialwith Sam
try to:
  • Be honest about needing to cancel
  • Apologize sincerely
  • Suggest an alternative time
  • Keep it brief and genuine
rehearse this call in murmur
Before a call: the scenario 'ask boss for time off' with three things to try, while the call connects

How the call starts

In murmur, Sam picks up. This is the first thing you hear, and a line you can answer with.

them

Hey! I was just thinking about our plans. What's up?

you

hey, i'm really sorry but something came up

What to cover

  1. Be honest about needing to cancel
  2. Apologize sincerely
  3. Suggest an alternative time
  4. Keep it brief and genuine

Write these down before you dial. Build a script for this call with your own details.

Rehearse it once first

Reading a checklist is the easy part. Saying it to someone who answers back is where calls go wrong. In murmur you make this call out loud, the other side reacts, and afterwards you see which of these goals you hit.

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Rehearse the call before you dial

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