Speech Tips
How to Begin the “Asking for Support” Call
How to Begin the “Asking for Support” Call
“Hello, this is Ben Castle. I’m looking for some information about after-school child care centers in the area. I thought you might be able to help me.”
“Hello, this Karen Carpenter. I wanted to find out who you would recommend I call about getting a new pamphlet designed for my company.”
Rerun from March 30, 2015
The “Asking for Support” Call
The “Asking for Support” Call
The “Asking for Support” call is not only a request for something. It is also your research to get information and learn more about a specific topic. This kind of call can provide information, a recommendation, a referral, an appointment, words of encouragement, new ideas, or new opportunities.
Rerun from March 23, 2015
The “Asking for Support” Call
The “Asking for Support” Call
This call is made to ask for information, ideas, contacts, or support of some kind. The most important thing is to be clear about what you want and how you think this person can help.
Let people know what is special about them that caused you to call.
Rerun from March 16, 2015