The Best Advice You Forgot....

At some point, asking for advice has become seen as a sign of weakness. How many times have we needed directions, instructions on a process, or physical assistance but have stayed silent?

The funny thing is that unless you're asking for money, most people will usually give you assistance without a second thought. For a funny story about the consequences of not asking for help, while driving, take a look at this video clip.


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This was a fun example of improper communication and I still laugh, thinking about how that turn signal received so little use. I mean, it must still be, "factory fresh."

Not also asking people for help also denies them the chance to play the role of a hero. Everyone likes to be the hero every once in a while as it's cool to know that our skills and expertise are in demand.

At a time when workplace stress is growing, are you asking for help when you need it? In other words, are you refusing to address a problem? Is that a smart decision in this economy?