Don't Ask to Ask

Just ask the question. Put it, and any useful details, in your first message.

The slow way

6 h 40 min

Every now and then, someone does this:

  1. Person A: Hi
  2. Person B: Hi
  3. Person A: I have a question
  4. Person B: Sure, ask away.
  5. Person A: Are you interested in a good job?
  6. Person B: Yes, I am.
  7. Person A: I can help you get a good job.
  8. Person B: How?
  9. Person A: Here is a link. Here are details: [DETAILS]
Result: Nine messages and 6 h 40 min to get to the point.

The fast way

1 h 40 min

Putting the details in the first message:

  1. Person A: Hi! I have a question. Are you interested in a good job? I can help you get a good job. Here is a link. Here are details: [DETAILS]
  2. Person B: Yes, I am! This looks great. How do I get started?
Result: Two messages, and a decision in 1 h 40 min.

Why this works

Saves time
Nobody waits for permission to ask
Less to track
One message instead of a thread

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This idea has its own site: dontasktoask.com.

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