Writers are terrible at asking for help.

Possibly because we are terrified of rejection!

 

But there is a way to get people to help you.

 

And it’s so obvious, you’ll kick yourself when I share.

 

You ask.

 

Permissions, endorsements, publicity, fact-checks, interviews, anything you need help with… if you don’t ask you won’t get.

 

And it’s best if you ask with two things in mind.

 

What have I given?

What can I give?

 

If you have deposits in the emotional bank account of the person you’re asking, then it’s easier to ask.

 

Should you need to offer a deposit afterwards, that can help too.

But it’s best if you can do both.

And be very clear about what you’re asking for.

 

Like this:

 

Hi 

I need your help.

I know you signed up for my Write That Book Pop Up Group and Challenge last month and I hope you enjoyed it.

We’re always learning, so I would like to ask you for your thoughts on the experience by completing a simple survey.

 

As a thank you, I’d like to offer you exclusive access to the Master’s interview I carried out with best-selling author Paul McGee. It’s amazing.

 

The survey will take you less than five minutes and you’ll be given instant access to the interview.

 

Click below and share your thoughts.

I appreciate you taking the time to help

 

 

And if you haven’t guessed; yes, this is a real request.

 

We do want to learn from our previous Pop-Up Groups and Challenge members and one of the best ways to do this is to ask for your opinion.

 

Hopefully, I’ve got enough deposits in your emotional bank account and you will be happy to answer a few questions.

 

And if I haven’t, it’s worth participating for the interview with Paul McGee alone.

 

Be Brilliant!