LESSONS 1. Give My “Why”: By explaining the reason behind the request, one has a higher chance to be accepted. 2. Start with “I”: Starting the request with the word “I” can give the requestor more authentic control of the request. Never pretend to think in the other person’s interests without genuinely knowing them. 3. Acknowledge Doubts: By admitting obvious and possible objections in your request before the other person, one can increase the trust level between the two parties. 4. Target the Audience: By choosing a more receptive audience, one can enhance the chance of being accepted.
