The stubborn people around you might be able to get their way just because they are so dogmatic, but do not start considering adopting their tactics. You know that it's much easier to catch flies with honey than vinegar, so keep on being who you are: despite the fact the right now being cooperative doesn't seem to be getting you anywhere. In time, you will be much better off. Sooner or later people will get sick of pushy people and realize that you deserve more attention.