All You Have to Do Is Ask
All You Have to Do Is Ask
Wayne Baker
Adam Grant
Shows how we can become more skilled at making requests and more comfortable with receiving help. - Adam Grant
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All You Have to Do Is Ask

All You Have to Do Is Ask: How to Master the Most Important Skill for Success

Wayne Baker
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Wayne Baker
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In "All You Have to Do Is Ask," Wayne Baker unveils the surprisingly powerful yet often overlooked key to unlocking our fullest potential: the simple act of asking for help. This transformative book serves as a masterclass in the art of making requests, revealing how this singular skill can lead to monumental success both professionally and personally. Through a blend of insightful research and practical strategies, Baker demonstrates that whether we're struggling under the weight of a looming project deadline, seeking that elusive job opportunity, or chasing down tickets to a sold-out concert, the solution often lies just a conversation away. Baker, drawing on practices from leading companies like Google and GM, introduces a toolkit designed to embed the habit of asking into our daily lives and organizational cultures. From identifying your ask-give style with a simple quiz to employing “plug-and-play” routines that integrate requests into meetings seamlessly, the book is packed with actionable steps to start asking more effectively. The inclusion of mini-games and the innovative Reciprocity Ring exercise further empowers readers to not only seek assistance but also to foster an environment of mutual support and opportunity. "All You Have to Do Is Ask" challenges us to change our mindset around asking—showing that it is not a sign of weakness but a strategy for empowerment and growth.

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Released
2020
14 Jan
Length
240
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Shows how we can become more skilled at making requests and more comfortable with receiving help. - Adam Grant
— Wayne Baker, All You Have to Do Is Ask

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