Business English from All Ears English BE 386: Can You Walk Me Through This? How to Ask for Extra Help at Work
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Mar 16, 2025 The hosts share hilarious tales of tango lessons while reflecting on the joy of learning new skills. They tackle the awkwardness of asking for help, both in dance and at work. Effective communication strategies for requesting clarification are highlighted, along with tips to manage professional workloads. The importance of asking for help when tasks get tricky is emphasized, revealing how this skill boosts confidence. A light-hearted conclusion about boat insurance benefits rounds out the discussion.
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Tango Lessons
- Lindsay shares her experience learning Tango in Buenos Aires and more recently in her neighborhood.
- She highlights the challenge of learning new skills and the importance of asking for help, even when feeling awkward.
Asking for Help
- Acknowledge that you've received prior explanations before asking for clarification again.
- Explain briefly why you need further assistance, especially if the person is going out of their way.
Curse of Knowledge
- People who excel at a skill often struggle to explain it effectively to beginners.
- This "curse of knowledge" makes them overlook basic assumptions that learners need explained.