How do you approach a Partner about an extremely difficult client without sounding like you are complaining or can't manage the client?

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Approach by asking for their advice, nit just to complain, and have a proposed solution to the problem. It might not be the right solution, but it shows that you have done your work on the issue.

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I think asking for his advice would be a good start. People love talking about themselves.

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What's the definition of "difficult".

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Disrespectful is one way of putting it I guess

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Consider whether this is a "we have a problem" situation or a "you need to sack up" situation. Not all disrespectful clients are a threat to the project. Of course there's a line between a client who is a dick bag and a client who is actually creating a hostile work environment. Harassment should never be tolerated. Douchey clients sometimes need to be.

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