The Secrets to Asking for What You Want with Confidence
By LISA SCHAEFER
Asking for what you want is about more than simply making a request. Asking for what you want is putting together a set of well thought out plans, good timing, confidence, and resolve about what you want into one package. Ask for what you want with confidence by being:
- Clear on what you want
- Mindful of the situation around you
- Confident in your nonverbal communication
- Prepared to rationalize your ask
Asking for what you want will be easier and your chances of getting what you want will be higher if you are prepared. Let’s dig a little deeper.
Be clear on what you want
Knowing what you want and why you want it, makes asking for it confidently much easier. Some asks may not need an explanation but others might. Be assured in the reason you want what you are asking for so you can boldly make the ask despite any possible refusal. Be mindful of the situation around you.As they say, “timing is everything“. When asking for something, what’s going on around you can greatly influence the results. To ensure the timing, location, and circumstances are right, consider the surroundings and activity in the area.
Be confident in your nonverbal communication
Be prepared to rationalize your ask
Confidently asking for what you want is more than making an ask
“The great secret of getting what you want from life is to know what you want and believe you can have it.”
—Norman Vincent Peale
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