Can you help me?

CAN YOU HELP ME? 4 Powerful words employees need to hear "Can you help me?"–4 simple words to start a conversation which, when used correctly and with the right intent, can make a powerful impact on your business, life and others X DON'T / DO "I'm meeting with investors next week and my slides need a few formatting tweaks." Can you help me ? When asking help, indicate what you can't do. this statement is worded vaguely to signal your authority and ensure your ego is protected. You instantly convey unequal power between you and your employee You instantly earn respect You instanly convey distrust You instantly earn trust You instantly convey you're not willing to listen You instanly convey you're willing to listen Effect on the employee Dissatisfied and inferior Satisfied and proud Negative reinforcement Positive reinforcement Make it hard for them Make it easier for them to ask your help to ask your help Okay, that's it! Thank you ! You may get the help you need but you end up with disappointing results. You don't just get the help you need but you may get one that exceeds your expectations. Design by 245lides