Summary:
The author explores the concept of ask culture vs. guess culture, which refers to the different behaviors and expectations people have when it comes to asking for favors or making requests. Ask culture encourages being direct and asking for what you want, even if the request seems unreasonable. Guess culture, on the other hand, relies on indirect cues and hints instead of explicit requests. The author discusses the clash between these cultures and provides examples of how they can manifest in personal and professional situations. They also offer suggestions for navigating these cultural differences and becoming more comfortable with asking for what you want.
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https://jeanhsu.substack.com/p/ask-vs-guess-culture