Passive hope is EGO's name for waiting that displaces a feasible action. Waiting itself is not the problem when information, recovery, resources, or another person's decision is genuinely required.
A worked situation: An unsolicited offer
Fictional example. An applicant keeps hoping a former colleague will offer work while leaving an available application unfinished. Her response can include asking for help and submitting the application; neither guarantees employment.
Work through these questions: An unsolicited offer
| Question or field | Fictional completed example |
|---|---|
| What am I waiting for? | An unsolicited offer |
| What is available? | A posted vacancy |
| What real barrier exists? | Need to update one paragraph |
| What will I do? | Complete and submit the paragraph |
| What remains uncertain? | The hiring decision |