Dec 31, 2025Ever been on an SPA call where you had to say no and feared blowing up the deal? By the end of this short lesson you’ll be able to refuse proposals on live SPA calls without escalating—using a de‑escalation mindset, tight “No‑but” scripts for common earn‑out, audit and expert disputes, and a time‑boxed call flow to secure next steps. You’ll get crisp explanations, ready‑to‑use phrases and dialogues, and brief exercises to practice these micro‑skills in a 10–15 minute, deal‑grade format designed for immediate use under NDA-level confidentiality.