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.


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 that can challenge Mission Controller/Rainmakers.
Gain confidence and get comfortable cultivating individual relationships at your own pace with your own Style by using any or all of our training options.
Mission Controller Strengths and Challenges
Strengths
Preparing
You do your homework and are always prepared
Listening
You’re a good listener
Process
You quietly get the job done by following a clear step-by-step process

Challenges

Confidence
You rarely feel prepared enough to make the ask
Details
You have a tendency to get caught up in the details
Flexibility
You can struggle to go with the flow of the meeting
Want to know more about being a Mission Controller so you can make a bigger impact at your organization?
Now that you know your Asking Style, here are some suggested next steps for you to put this insight to use when cultivating relationships, setting up meetings, inspiring your donors and asking them for gifts.
Mission Controller Recorded Training
Recommended for those who want 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.
- 35-minute video training
- Worksheet and bonus materials included
- $39
Asking Styles Book
Recommended for those who really want to learn everything they can about all four Asking Styles.
Dig in deep and learn all about the Asking Styles from Asking Styles creator Brian Saber. This is also a great resource for fellow staff and board members. Consider having everyone read it and then discussing it at your next meeting. It’s full of exercises and discussion questions. Buy the Kindle edition to start reading immediately!
- 126 pages
- $19 on Kindle
- $29 for paperback copy
What fellow Mission Controllers have to say

Rome Capitol Theatre
Rome, NY

Saving Grace
Winchester, OR