Asking for help is a skill that needs to be trained.
Want to know a secret?
I use the same 3 rules before asking for help
Rule #1: Know when to ask for help
How it works:
- When you feel stuck, spend 15min trying to find a solution.
- Write down your potential solution.
- If after 15min you are still stuck, ask for help.
This simple rule allows you to minimize wasting others' time.
Rule #2: Find your EXACT issue
How it works:
- Focus on one roadblock
- Understand where EXACTLY you are stuck.
- Create a summary to figure out if you understand your issue.
Quick note: Don't just say “I don't know the answer”.
That's a mistake. These steps work better.
Rule #3: Don't be proud
How it works:
- Avoid thinking you can find every solution.
- Ask for help instead
- If you avoid being proud and asking for help, you'll learn much faster.
Easy, right?
That's it!
To recap: use these 3 rules to become a better communicator.
- Rule #1: Know when to ask for help{Technique2}
- Rule #2: Find your EXACT issue
- Rule #3: Don't be proud
