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title: The Ben Franklin Effect
created: 2025-12-02T06:18:06
modified: 2025-12-02T06:27:43
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If you’re trying to create a relationship, or even turn an enemy into a friend, you might consider what small favor you can _request_, rather than what you can _give_.

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References

* [@roghanizadAskPersonYoure2017]
* [@flynnIfYouNeed2008]