What to Do If They Refuse Video
A standing pattern of excuses against a video call is one of the most reliable single signals available, and it's easy to talk yourself out of noticing it. Set a fixed number of excuses you'll accept before treating refusal as a decision, not bad luck.
Where It Applies
Platform-SpecificMost relevant on the specific platforms listed below, where the pattern this addresses actually shows up.
What It Counters
Targeted Counter-MoveDirectly counters one or more specific manipulation tactics, listed below.
The Steps
- 01
Propose a specific, low-effort video call — even 30 seconds — rather than an open-ended one.
- 02
Track how many separate excuses accumulate over time.
- 03
Decide in advance how many refusals means you disengage, and hold that line.
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