ASAP or as soon as possible

Technically, these mean the same thing.

But…

  • I’d like you to get this done ASAP.
  • I’d like you to get that done as soon as possible.

One sounds more urgent than the other, doesn’t it?

Here’s another…

  • I’d like to get your ideas from the meeting.
  • I’d like to hear your ideas from the meeting.

The first is taking your ideas. The second is sharing.

It’s often subtle. But you’ll know it when you hear it. Keep an ear out.