Ask Before Assuming: The Importance of Knowing Over Thinking

Start with questions rather than assumptions, it’s best to know than to think you know. – Marion Bekoe

I have a very creative mind, and I often find myself creating questions and answering them based on my feelings in the moment. However, I frequently discover that my assumptions are far from reality when I ask questions and get answers directly from the source rather than assuming.

We’ve all made assumptions at some point, and often they turn out to be different from what we thought. Occasionally, we might be right, but that’s rare.

Assumptions can be tempting because they allow us to create our own reality about a person, situation, or thing, helping us make sense of what’s happening around us. While it’s okay to assume, it’s crucial to do your homework to ensure your assumptions are accurate. If they aren’t, ask questions. Although we might not always get the complete truth, we at least gain a bit of clarity to continue our investigation.

Startups, in particular, should be cautious about assuming that everyone who lends a hand has the right intentions. While some rare individuals do, most don’t. Ask questions, do your homework, and focus on finding the right people who genuinely care enough to help, regardless of what they get in return.

At Cosgn, we don’t assume; we ask questions, then do our homework, and come back with more questions if needed. Just because we are offering a helping hand doesn’t mean you should let your guard down. Do your homework on us, ask past clients about our services and how they feel about us by going directly to the source – not just by reading reviews. Reviews can be written by competitors, clients, or someone simply having a bad or good day. Always ask rather than assume.

With Cosgn Credit, we ensure that our clients’ needs come first to help them be their best, while Cosgn Share encourages strangers to help startups and earn money. When Cosgn seems too good to be true, don’t assume – ask past clients.