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Ask / Offer Templates

Copy, paste, fill in the blanks, and post in the community. Three formats so every member — busy, detailed, or hesitant — can ask for what they need and offer what they have.

Version 1

Quick (60 seconds)

When you have a clear ask and don't want to overthink it.

ASK

I'm looking for ________.

WHY NOW

Because ________.

IDEAL HELP

(intro / feedback / resource / collaborator) ________.

LOCATION / TIME ZONE (optional)

________.

OFFER

I can offer ________ in return.

Version 2

High-clarity (best for real results)

When the ask is bigger and you want the right people to self-identify.

Title

Ask/Offer — [Topic]

Who I am (1 line)

________

What I'm building / doing

________

My ASK (specific)

________

Success looks like

________

Constraints

budget / timeframe / industry / region — ________

How you can help

________

My OFFER to this community

I can offer ________

I'm happy to share ________

Best way to respond

comment / DM / email — ________

Version 3

Gentle ask (for members who feel hesitant)

When you're not sure what to ask for — start small and safe.

ASK (small + safe)

Could someone share ________?

CONTEXT

I'm navigating ________ and want to do it well.

WHAT WOULD HELP MOST

a template / a recommendation / a quick sanity check

GRATITUDE + OFFER

Thank you — and I'm happy to offer ________ back.