Asking for help at work is NOT a sign of weakness. In fact – asking for help is showing strength! It takes bravery to admit you need help to complete a task at work.
Why are we uncomfortable asking for help?
- We don’t want to feel vulnerable
- We are afraid we will be perceived as incompetent
- Nobody wants to feel judged
- We are afraid asking for help is a sign that we are not capable
- We don’t want to intrude on a co-worker’s time
Asking for help demonstrates your awareness that you know when you need support or require a co-worker’s expertise, It also shows that you are determined to find a way to get the job done.
By-products of Asking Help:
- Shows your co-workers that you trust them
- Promotes collaboration and synergy
- Helps to build relationships
- Saves time
- Reduces Stress
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