Fishing for Favors

A bit of advice for those who are seeking help from someone else, but first a little story.  A few weeks ago, I was out of the office, when I received a phone call that had forwarded from my desk phone.  The following dialog ensued between myself and Phone Girl, who’s name I’ve forgotten, from some company who’s name escapes me. Phone Girl: Hi my name is [Phone Girl] calling from [Some Company].  For the [...]