114. Why Most People Never Ask for What They Want
September 3, 2026
Most people don’t miss opportunities because they lack talent, ability, or ambition. They miss them because they never simply ask. Fear of rejection, concern about appearing needy, and the assumption that others should already know what we want often keep us silent.
In this episode, Chad explores the lost art of asking and explains why making a request is not the same as being demanding. A clear, confident, and respectful ask gives another person the opportunity to say yes—and even when the answer is no, it can provide clarity and direction.
Chad also shares practical ways to make your requests more specific and effective, challenges you to stop waiting for others to read your mind, and encourages you to identify one important ask you can make today.
You may not always get what you ask for—but you’ll almost never get what you refuse to ask for.