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Show Up Powerfully
Knowing how others view you is important when making powerful requests. Your family and your friends know the “real” you. However, when you are asking others, there is a good chance you are meeting for the first time.
A few brave souls can ask confidently without assigning much significance to being turned down or how others think of them. One out of five of the study participants reported they have no difficulties asking anyone for what they want. Here are some of their responses to asking outrageously.
I have no problem asking for what I want in a business setting … most people will answer anything I ask, even if it doesn’t pertain to the specific request.
The worst response you can get is a no, so why not ask?
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