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I’ve been there, still get this sometimes.
It’s just a dilemma of being too nice vs being unhelpful arrogant.
This works most of the time:
Delay doing anything, endlessly. When they ask, just say I’ve been stuck with something else will look into it later... or if it’s urgent, you can do this this this to do it by yourself.
Remember, doing it isn’t your responsibility. It’s better to be a bit harsh today than hating that person completely in long run. -
@mint90 see my edit 😔
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@MySlugLikesSalt then the ultimate solution. Say yes immediately. Then keep delaying.
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