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Ask Outrageously!: The Secret to Getting What You Really Want
Written by Linda Byars Swindling
Narrated by Linda Byars Swindling
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Stop Holding Yourself Back—It's Time to Go Ask!
The strongest relationships, top sales groups, and most successful organizations have one thing in common: people who have the courage to ask outrageously. This doesn't mean being obnoxious or taking advantage of people. It means not compromising, taking a risk to get what you know you need, not what you think you can get.
Based on Linda Swindling's original research and her experience helping people make high-stakes requests in everything from business negotiations to marriage proposals, this book offers proven approaches to improve your asking and boost your chances of success. Whether you are a professional looking for a bigger opportunity, an entrepreneur striving to build a company, a nonprofit seeking funding, or simply a parent or friend wanting a more fulfilling relationship, it's time to make that big ask! Get ready. Your results will surpass your greatest expectations!
The strongest relationships, top sales groups, and most successful organizations have one thing in common: people who have the courage to ask outrageously. This doesn't mean being obnoxious or taking advantage of people. It means not compromising, taking a risk to get what you know you need, not what you think you can get.
Based on Linda Swindling's original research and her experience helping people make high-stakes requests in everything from business negotiations to marriage proposals, this book offers proven approaches to improve your asking and boost your chances of success. Whether you are a professional looking for a bigger opportunity, an entrepreneur striving to build a company, a nonprofit seeking funding, or simply a parent or friend wanting a more fulfilling relationship, it's time to make that big ask! Get ready. Your results will surpass your greatest expectations!
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I feel more confident and have the boldness to ask anything. I think every professional should read or listen to it. Great book!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The overall idea of this book is you don't have to be afraid to ask. Just ask with intelligence and respect. The only drawback to this book is the strong merchandising. I heard the phrase "ask outrageously!" so many times it gets annoying. Maybe the writer's style is to inculcate in our minds this mentality. Maybe she repeats it's so much to make us feel uncomfortable and take action. If so, I'm at fault here. Nonetheless, this phrase is still a little bit bothersome to hear so often. :)