The Work Flow Podcast

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! workflowshow@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------00:45 - Why asking for help is difficult within the culture we live02:40 - What is mattering03:50 - The overlap between mattering and stoicism04:30 - Why are people hesitant in asking for help07:00 - The consequences of not asking for help07:40 - A tool - find a mentor10:30 - Finding a mentor is easier than you think12:00 - Balancing asking for help with providing value14:30 - How to ask for help from someone you have no relationship with17:30 - Don't start from nothing. Do some homework first18:30 - At what point do I consider myself stuck and in need of help20:00 - A personal story from Sam24:50 - The importance of relationships and why it's more relevant now than ever29:45 - Using AI as a tool to help--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/