People who are aware of the advantages for both parties are more likely to ask for advice, study shows
Many people are reluctant to ask others for advice—for fear of being a burden or taking up unnecessary time. A new study led by Professor Dr. Anne Burmeister at the ECONtribute Cluster of Excellence shows how this reluctance can be lowered: When people seeking advice learn that the other person invo...
June 1, 2026239 views
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Many people are reluctant to ask others for advice—for fear of being a burden or taking up unnecessary time. A new study led by Professor Dr. Anne Burmeister at the ECONtribute Cluster of Excellence shows how this reluctance can be lowered: When people seeking advice learn that the other person involved will also benefit from the exchange, they are much more likely to seek support.
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