Say what?

[johno]

I spent several favors last year getting some friends a gig.
It fell apart because the "scheduling was bad."

They've been *handed* another opportunity for a similar gig.
"There is so much drama, we don't want to be involved in that."

{face plant}

Comments

[zansidhe.livejournal.com]

You know, if someone went out of their way to get me a gig, I'd figure it's probably for a good reason. And it's not only your reputation on the line, but the person who got you the gig.

When I turn down gigs I have to think long and hard about it, figure out what it has for and against my reputation, and make the decision from there.

But again, when a friend goes out of their way to help you, it's usually best to find a way to make the schedule work out. People then think of you as a "can-do" person, rather than a "can't" and "won't hire them again" person.