When to use it
Use it when an internal role or promotion opens up. Ask directly, then give your reasons. If you start by doubting yourself, you've given the decision-maker a reason to say no before they've heard your case.
Example
You: “I'd like to be considered for the lead role. Here's why I'm a strong fit.”
Director: “Go ahead.”
You: “I've run the weekly planning for six months and trained the last two hires.”
In an email or Slack message
By email: “I'd like to be considered for the team lead role. I've run our weekly planning for six months and trained two new hires. Could we talk this week?”