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What does it mean?
The speaker is refusing a request because they have a scheduled photo shoot for Campbell's Soup.
In plain terms
I can’t help; I have a soup photo shoot.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize commitments over interruptions.

Where it applies

  • when asked for a favor
  • during a busy workday

Putting it to work

  • decline politely
  • state your schedule

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle unexpected requests?
  • When is it appropriate to use humor to decline?

Another view

The excuse may sound absurd and could be perceived as a joke.

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