Ep. 050 - How to Nudge Without the Noodge

There’s a fine line between a nudge and a noodge, a line which nobody wants to cross.

Whether it’s a proposal, a job application, or just staying fresh in your network’s mind, the art of a perfectly executed prod can make all the difference.

Master the delicate dance of following-up without the noodge, as we share the psychology secrets behind the perfect nudge…

Key takeaways from this episode:

• Look through the lens of others

• Never underestimate the power of inertia

• It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it

Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp

George Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode

Highlights:

“You’ve got to track what’s going on and what’s important. Plan the things you want to nudge, and how you might nudge them.” - 4:55 - Gary Gamp 

“If you were the best, fastest lumberjack in town, but you didn’t stop to sharpen your axe, you’d be less effective.” - 9:20 - Gary Gamp 

“It’s not their job to put me on their radar. It’s my job to put me on their radar.” - 17:10 - Gary Gamp 

“Nudging is about chess moves. What’s the next piece on the board you’ll move in the right direction?” - 23:00 - Gary Gamp 

“I send people relevant books all the time, with no mention of a proposal. It’s not magic because it doesn’t always work, but it’s a chess move.” - 29:45 - Gary Gamp