THE TWO-MINUTE TOOLKIT FREE FIELD GUIDE NO. 02
A line to use before you leave a good conversation, plus a way to read the answer without guessing.
YOURS TO KEEP
Open it now. Use it in your next conversation.
A SMALL MOVE YOU CAN USE TODAY
A warm ending is useful. An agreed next step gives you something to act on.
FROM THE GUIDE / Say this before you leave
Let’s put something on the calendar before we lose the thread. What does your week look like?
01 / RECOGNIZE
Use this when you both have a reason to continue, such as discussing a role, reviewing an idea, or making an introduction. Name that reason first: “I’d like to hear more about the role you mentioned.” Then ask the question.
02 / RESPOND
A date, an introduction, or permission to send two possible times gives you a next action. “Things are busy right now” leaves timing unresolved.
03 / FOLLOW THROUGH
If they cannot schedule now, ask: “Would it help if I sent two times for next week?” If they decline, thank them and leave it there. If they agree, send the options with one sentence about the purpose.
Free to use. Easy to put into practice.