Get on a Senior Leader's Calendar
Pitch yourself for a brief meeting with a clear, concise, value-focused request.
👔 Professional
🤝 Polite
💪 Confident
Why Request Meeting With Executive Matters
Day-to-day workplace communication shapes your professional reputation more than any single presentation or project. Calling in sick, resigning, pushing back on workload — these routine interactions are micro-opportunities to build trust and demonstrate professionalism. Get them right, and you're seen as reliable and mature. Get them wrong, and you create friction that compounds over time.
FAQ
How do I get an executive to say yes?
State your purpose in one sentence, propose 15 minutes (not 30), and explain what they'll get out of it.
How long should the meeting be?
15 minutes is ideal for a first meeting. Shorter is more likely to be accepted and can always be extended if the conversation is good.
What should I prepare?
A one-page agenda or pre-read. Busy executives appreciate preparation. Have a clear ask or decision point.