How to Ask for a Referral Without Being Pushy

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1. Notice what you’re doing. “You’re being direct about what you want.” You’re making it a yes or no question, not a vague “maybe you could help me sometime.”

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2. You’re making it a yes or no question, not a vague “maybe you could help me sometime.” “You’re giving them an easy action they can take.” Second, make it easy for them.

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