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#RI-69ba68d0·3 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year into first job

Navigating conflicting advice from dad

I've noticed asking clarifying questions can be seen as pushback in some social contexts

What I wish I knew
"how to phrase questions to avoid misinterpretation"
If I could tell you one thing
"Ask questions politely and avoid timing them poorly"
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