When asking for a favor, give a reason for it.
from Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert B. Cialdini
When asking for a favor, the word “because” triggers an automatic response in most humans wherein they will be more likely to comply with your request.
How to Apply This
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Explain why you need the favor.
For example, if there’s a queue at a printer that you need to use, saying, “Excuse me, I need to use the printer because I’m in a rush,” will be more effective than saying, “Excuse me, I need to use the printer.” -
Use the word “because.”
Always ensure that your explanation for why you require the favor includes the word “because.”
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