richc
NES Member
How many times do I have to shout this from the rooftops?
GO ASK THEM!
I think we often avoid a conversation like this because we may not get the answer we want. Psychologically no one wants to hear the answer "NO", and perhaps have the LEO looking at you like you have two heads. Kinda like avoiding asking someone for a date because they might say no. Why put your ego at risk?
For many it is just easier to get the answer back channel.
FYI that is one reason good sales people can make a ton of dough. They expect to hear no, and their job is to turn the no into a yes. That is hard to do, but when done well it is a thing of beauty!
Cheers,
Rich