Ask her to wait a moment- I am almost done.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Gauss asks for a brief wait, implying he is nearly finished.
- In plain terms
- He is almost done, just a moment longer.
- What can you take from it?
- Patience can be rewarded with completion.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is it appropriate to ask for a short delay?
- How does brief patience affect teamwork?
Another view
May be perceived as dismissive.
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