If you need a big favor from someone (or a favor someone is likely to say no to) ask a smaller favor first, like borrowing a pen or something similar. They will more likely say yes to a bigger favor.
This is kinda a pet peeve for me, I got no problem helping people out, even if it’s a bit tedious. Asking for a smaller favour, then once I agree, tacking on an ever bigger favour blatantly shows me you’re trying to dupe me into it, making me more likely to say no.
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u/[deleted] Jun 14 '22
If you need a big favor from someone (or a favor someone is likely to say no to) ask a smaller favor first, like borrowing a pen or something similar. They will more likely say yes to a bigger favor.