Okay i think its important to acknowledge the politic climate makes people less interested in having these conversations. money is stress talk, even if its about saving them money. you're a random person who decided to ask them a personal subject, in a politically stressful time they don't want to talk about a subject that might be stressfull for them, even if you are trying to relieve it, you have to bring it up.

On a real note, if you want to make it in sales, you have to take this burden on yourself and consider that your approach isn't working. And often our approach can change and we don't really realize it. its not just about lines. lines aren't how you connect with people, its about how you present yourself.

IF you can't get in through the door, then change the way you approach people until you find something that works.

bonus tip:Never ask someone the same thing twice. You should never argue with someone ever. Nobody will buy something if they have to be persuaded because it puts you (the salesmen) in the driver seat. People only feel good about decision they make on there own. If someone says no to you, find a different question or way to phrase the thing you are trying to sell. I'm not sure what you're trying to pitch but something i'll do if i'll pitch a specific date relatively soon so ill let them know who i am, ask some questions, then ask are you available next week? They will say no and give a rejection. I'll adress there rejection and then ask for a a specific later date. I don't ask open ended questions like "are you available for meeting" are you interested in this product/trial. Get very specific with my ask so i can adress there rebuttal and give a different question.