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How to Ask for What You Want

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Channel: Howcast · 2010 · Howto & Style

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Sometimes asking for what you want isn't easy, but with practice you will be able to raise your voice without feeling like a jerk.

Step 1: Start small
Start small by asking for things that are not very important to you from people you trust.

Step 2: Identify something important
Identify something important to ask for once you have built up confidence from asking for less important things.

Step 3: Write a script
Write a script asking for something you want to get a feel of what words you will use.

Tip
Record yourself speaking your script to see how you sound asking.

Step 4: Rehearse
Rehearse with a friend or a trusted colleague so that you are comfortable saying the words.

Step 5: Ask away
After you have practiced and prepared, all you now have to do is ask. 

Did You Know?
The Rolling Stones' song "You Can't Always Get What You Want" was named as the 100th greatest song of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.

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