The Bottom LineOpt for the drama-free approach today and just ask people what you need to know.In DetailYou will be in no mood for pulling information out of anyone today -- if they don't come right out and tell you what they need, you will want to just move on. Unfortunately, you won't be able to. So opt for the drama-free approach and just ask them what they mean. Cutting to the chase might not be their style, but it's going to save you time and help you do what you need to do -- so don't worry about how they will react. You need to know what you need to know.