Tuesday, September 22, 2026

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Why the French Say No First

The initial answer to a request in France is frequently no, and it is not final. It is the opening of a negotiation, and accepting it as a verdict is the foreigner mistake.

The next time you are refused something minor, ask once more with a reason rather than accepting it. The second answer is often different.

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