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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/UpstairsBumblebee446 on 2026-01-03 17:27:26+00:00.
Original Title: LPT: If you need a favor from someone, ask for their "advice" first, not their "help." People are often resistant to doing work, but they love sharing their opinion. Once they are mentally invested in your problem, they are much more likely to offer physical help.
If you ask a coworker, "Can you help me fix this spreadsheet?", they hear "Do this work for me."
If you ask, "Hey, I know you're great at Excel, could I get your advice on the best way to approach this formula?", they feel flattered. They will usually look at it, explain it, and often end up fixing it for you because it's faster than explaining it.