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Be a nice person, you were in that position once.
I think the best action here is just to be honest. Tell him/her that you prefer to chat on the phone. Or if you don’t respectfully decline. Nbd.
Opt for a 15-20 min phone call instead
Don’t ask don’t get
Use the golden rule. You will want coffee chats with more senior people in the firm you’re at over time and would appreciate a phone or f2f with them. What comes around, goes around.
I did this when I applied and people were super helpful which I really appreciated. Plenty didn’t reply which is perfectly reasonable. If you don’t have time then just say that.
OP, I know where you're coming from but I always look back to all the random acts of kindness people have done to help me get to where I am today. I am a strong believer in the pay it forward mentality.
With that being said, I do get quite a lot of requests and unfortunately do have to bypass a lot of them. I typically only take ones who project a genuine interest, or have some form of connection where I am better positioned to give advice over the next person.
It’s a great way to get free coffee...but in all seriousness, I always take these meetings. I don’t think you realize how much it means to someone to spend time with them. Looking back there were several people in my career that changed my trajectory through a few minute interaction/advice. I’m so into these interactions that the person asking me for a coffee will get annoyed as I extend the invite to lunch! Tasks
These based on your availability and prioritization, but for me I make these types of interactions a priority.
Wow! Leadership with empathy is clearly not in the works here...Bravo!
I don’t think there’s anything wrong with telling someone you don’t have the time right now if you don’t have the time/don’t want to, but if you do want to help them then just do it.
It’s absurd how we all feel the need to bash each other for the way we feel. Just do you and don’t worry about it
I don’t get annoyed, I either take it over the phone or tell them no.
I actually love it. It shows initiative as long as they are asking career advice. I made myself available as a mentor on LinkedIn I’ve had a few people reach out asking my advice on different topics. I start with an e-mail and if they can communicate clearly, I’ll respond and offer a phone call or coffee.
Not everyone has immediate access to people in the industry. I’m so grateful for all of my mentors ahead of me, I will always make time to pay it forward
Take the meeting and help. One day even you might need help. You will age slow down and like all be ill at some point and need help. Give and you will build your network as someone who can make things happen