The Optimistic Outlook with John Eades

You Must Ask Eagerly

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Jan 16, 2026
Closed mouths don't get fed, and eagerness is key! John shares a personal story illustrating how asking often and with the right attitude can change outcomes. He discusses the importance of persistence and respectful requests, using his daughter's ticket quest as a prime example. Eagerness is defined as a positive anticipation paired with a willingness to act. Tune in for a lively reminder to channel your inner child and embrace the power of asking!
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INSIGHT

How And How Often Both Matter

  • John Eades highlights that both how you ask and how often you ask influence results.
  • He shows frequency and manner of asking can change outcomes, not just the request itself.
ANECDOTE

Daughter Wins Game Tickets With Consistent Asking

  • John Eades describes his 11-year-old daughter Lucy repeatedly asking to attend the Panthers playoff game with him.
  • Her respectful, frequent asking eventually convinced him and they made the memory happen.
INSIGHT

Most People Don't Ask Enough

  • John Eades observes most people under-ask because they fear pressuring others.
  • He argues that lack of asking often prevents opportunities from happening.
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