I was just trying to book a hotel room, and the cost was a bit more than I was expecting. So I asked the nice lady …
ME: “Is that your best rate?”
HER: “Sorry, it really is … unless you qualify for a discount.”
ME: “Really … how do I qualify for a discount?”
HER: “Well, are you a AAA card holder?”
ME: “No.”
HER: “How about military? Are you active military?”
ME: “No.”
HER: “Are you a member of our rewards program?”
ME: (I’m sure I was sounding depressed by now) “No ma’am, sorry.”
HER: “So, if you’re not a AAA member, a military member or rewards program member … do you have anyhing at all to offer?”
ME: “Well, I’m really a super nice guy?” I said, just kinda kidding around.
HER: “There you go” she said excitedly, “that’s worth 20% right there!”
ME: “Really?” I said.
HER: “Absolutely … we need more super nice guys in our world.”
Who says … “Nice guys finish last.”
