You’re a Mission Controller!
detailed / thorough / methodical / responsive / observant
Your ability to observe and listen makes you an effective solicitor. You place value on observing, gathering and analyzing information. You often make decisions based on a patient review of the information you have gathered.
Mission Controller Strengths and Challenges
Strengths
- You do your homework and are always prepared
- You’re a good listener
- You quietly get the job done by following a clear step-by-step process
Challenges
- You rarely feel prepared enough to make the ask
- You have a tendency to get caught up in the details
- You can struggle to go with the flow of the meeting
Secondary Style: Kindred Spirit
Your Secondary Style is Kindred Spirit. Your Kindred Spirit indicates that you’re solidly introverted. It also indicates that you’ve got some intuitive skills Mission Controller/Rainmakers may lack.
Want to know more about being a Mission Controller?
Now that you know your Asking Style, here are some suggested next steps for you to put this insight to use when talking to your donors.

Asking Style Training – $19
Recommended for those wanting to use their style today.
In less than an hour, start using your Asking Style to your advantage with potential donors. Get in-depth insight and training with a video training, worksheet, and bonus materials.
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Asking Styles Book – $19/Kindle $29/paperpack
Recommended for those who really want to learn everything they can about their Asking Style.
This is also a great resource to share among a board for discussion. Buy the Kindle edition to start reading immediately!
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Become a Member – $9/mo
Recommended for those that want ongoing training on using their Asking Style.
Talk directly to the Asking Styles creator, Brian Saber. Receive weekly motivations and take part in monthly Office Hours to learn more about the art and science of asking.