Last week, a friend received a rather confusing message from an agent. One that required much discussion about, "What does this mean?" Every minute angle and possibility we could think of was discussed.

After a while, she said, "Gah! This is worse than dating!"

The conversation was a lot like discussing what guys could possibly have meant by the things they said and did.

I've heard the analogy before that finding the right agent is like dating. But I've gotta say, I'm glad they differ in some ways. Can you imagine what dating would be like if every relationship ended with a form rejection?

(I have to add that I sincerely appreciate form rejections for the closure that they give and I'm grateful for the extra effort agents take to send them. I just don't think they'd be, uh, an appropriate way to end a relationship.)


Dear Potential Spouse Candidate,

I regret to inform you that your voice and ideas do not appeal to me. Keep in mind that someone else might feel differently. I wish you the best of luck in your continued search.

Sincerely,
Moving On




Dear Potential Spouse Candidate,

I'm sorry, but your particular qualities do not meet my current needs. Best of luck looking elsewhere.

Sincerely, 
Moving On



Dear Potential Spouse Candidate,

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to consider you, but I'm afraid that you are not the best fit for me at the moment. 


Sincerely,
Moving On


So, yeah, here's to form rejections . . . and to the fact that they have an appropriate time and place.