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38. Delay Diplomacy: Phrases to Keep Clients and Teams Happy When Timelines Shift

38. Delay Diplomacy: Phrases to Keep Clients and Teams Happy When Timelines Shift

Update: 2025-08-07
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Delays are inevitable, but they don’t have to damage relationships. In this episode, learn how to communicate professionally and empathetically when timelines change.




Discover how to:



  • Acknowledge delays clearly and without blame.

  • Explain the reasons behind the delay to foster understanding.

  • Reassure your audience with solutions and propose actionable next steps.




Phrases like “We’ve already implemented a solution and expect to be back on track by next Friday” will help you keep conversations constructive and build trust.


Download the free worksheet for practice and examples: lvlinguistics.be/episode38.


Episode Transcript: lvlinguistics.be/episode38




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38. Delay Diplomacy: Phrases to Keep Clients and Teams Happy When Timelines Shift

38. Delay Diplomacy: Phrases to Keep Clients and Teams Happy When Timelines Shift

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