Asking for help at work can be daunting. You may be nervous, don't want to inconvenience others, or just don't know how to ask. This can lead to spinning your wheels, not shipping work, and a buildup of disatisfaction.
In this episode, Derek and Sam reframe asking for help in a positive light. They discuss how engaging someone for help is actually a compliment to them, and an aknowledgement that you matter.
Have a listen, and let us know what you think! [email protected]
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00:45 - Why asking for help is difficult within the culture we live
02:40 - What is mattering
03:50 - The overlap between mattering and stoicism
04:30 - Why are people hesitant in asking for help
07:00 - The consequences of not asking for help
07:40 - A tool - find a mentor
10:30 - Finding a mentor is easier than you think
12:00 - Balancing asking for help with providing value
14:30 - How to ask for help from someone you have no relationship with
17:30 - Don't start from nothing. Do some homework first
18:30 - At what point do I consider myself stuck and in need of help
20:00 - A personal story from Sam
24:50 - The importance of relationships and why it's more relevant now than ever
29:45 - Using AI as a tool to help
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