Dammit, Just Ask!
The Essential Guide to Getting More Out of Life and Business
By J. Paul Nadeau What if you could ask for anything-with confidence-and dramatically increase the chances of hearing "yes"? In Dammit, Just Ask!, former hostage negotiator and international peacekeeper J. Paul Nadeau reveals the negotiation strategies that saved lives, closed business deals, and changed the trajectory of personal relationships. More than a business book, this is a guide to living with purpose, courage, and strategy. Drawing on decades of high-stakes experience, Nadeau introduces his PIER method-Planning, Intent, Engagement, and Relationship-to equip readers with a framework that turns fear and hesitation into influence and connection. Whether you're negotiating a raise, resolving conflict, landing a client, or trying to improve your daily interactions, this book will show you how to lead with empathy and close with confidence. Much like Chris Voss's Never Split the Difference, this book demystifies negotiation-but where Voss teaches tactical tools, Dammit, Just Ask! goes deeper, showing you how to build trust, ask with authenticity, and make every conversation count. Whether you're a seasoned professional or someone who's just tired of settling for less, Dammit, Just Ask! will inspire you to speak up, stand tall, and get what you deserve-because the first step to winning... is asking.