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All You Have to Do Is Ask
240 pages, 2020
When you need something, it's easier to get when you have the right tools. Imagine you've got a big deadline coming up and you're feeling overwhelmed. You don't know whom to ask for help or introductions to other people who can help you out. Or maybe you're looking for a job, but can't seem to get your foot in the door. Or maybe you're dying for tickets to a sold-out concert, but all your leads have gone cold. These problems all have one thing in common: they can all be solved by reaching out to a colleague or friend and making an ask.
Studies show that asking for help makes us better at our jobs and less frustrated with our work. It helps us find new opportunities, new talent, and new ideas. And it helps us get the things we need outside of work as well. And yet we rarely give ourselves permission to ask for what we need!
Luckily, the research shows that asking—and getting—what we need is much easier than we tend to think it will be.
In All You Have to Do Is Ask, Wayne Baker emphasizes the importance of asking for what you need. He suggests that we often underestimate the willingness of others to help us. So, don't be shy, just ask!
Baker teaches us how to make effective requests. He explains that clarity and specificity are key. If you're vague or unclear, people won't know how to help you. So, make sure you know exactly what you're asking for.
The book explores the idea of creating a culture of generosity in the workplace. This means encouraging employees to help each other. It's not just about asking, but also about being willing to give.
One of the most interesting concepts in the book is the 'Reciprocity Ring'. This is a group activity where everyone makes a request and others try to fulfill it. It's a great way to build team spirit and foster a culture of giving and receiving.
All You Have to Do Is Ask isn't just about getting what you want. It's also about personal and professional growth. By learning to ask and give, you can build stronger relationships, improve your problem-solving skills, and become a more effective leader.
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Wayne Baker shares the formula for personal growth and organizational success. This book isn't just theoretical, it's practical, it's empirical, and it's remarkably simple: All you have to do is ask.
Adam Grant - Organizational psychologistBaker's book is a must-read guide to revolutionize your life by simply asking. It's a powerful tool for achieving your goals.
Keith Ferrazzi - Author, EntrepreneurBaker's book is a game-changer for personal and professional development. It's a key to unlock potential and achieve success.
Marshall Goldsmith - Leadership coachBaker's book is a roadmap to becoming more accomplished by simply learning to ask for what you need.
Daniel H. Pink - Author, SpeakerBaker's book is a practical guide to personal and professional success. It's a simple yet powerful tool: just ask.
Dave Ulrich - HR Thought Leader