All You Have to Do Is Ask

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• Wayne Baker

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• Auto-aiuto
• Business & Management
• Commercio
• Saggistica
• Temi psicologici

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University of Michigan Professor and co-founder of Give and Take Inc. with Adam Grant highlights a crucial life skill: the ability to ask for help. Often, the key to overcoming obstacles and achieving success lies in simply reaching out for assistance. Whether facing a tight deadline, job hunting, tackling a challenging problem, or trying to secure coveted tickets or reservations, the solution often involves making an ask to colleagues, friends, or one's network. While a bestselling book by Grant emphasizes the advantages of being a giver, this work focuses on the benefits of requesting help. Research indicates that asking for assistance can improve job performance, uncover new opportunities, spark innovative ideas, and enhance team dynamics. Despite these advantages, many hesitate to ask, fearing rejection or appearing incompetent. Others may struggle with knowing whom to approach or how to frame their requests. However, studies reveal that the process of asking for and receiving help is often more straightforward than people assume. Embracing this skill can lead to greater success both professionally and personally.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

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