07-23-2026ASK THE EXPERTS

The simple way to get other people to prioritize your work

The art and science of ‘leading across.’

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BY Molly Rosen and Jeff Rosenthal

Someone in another department Slacks you: “Hey, quick favor . . . any chance you could get this to me by Friday?” No context on why it matters, no acknowledgment of what’s already on your plate, just an ask. You’ve probably sent a version of that message yourself, and you’ve almost certainly seen your own request........

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