Think of this conversation as a dance. A slightly awkward, modern dance. You will stumble. You might blush. But you will also move forward.
And here’s the weirdest fact of all: Most bosses respect you more after you ask. You show confidence. You show you care about your career.
So, take a deep breath. Put on your "spy hat." Schedule it for Tuesday at 10:30 AM. And remember: the worst they can say is "no." And "no" is just a word. A word that, quite honestly, is a perfect excuse to start looking for a place that says "yes". Go get your coin.
