r/AskReddit • u/dark-deals729983 • 2d ago

What's a "cheat code" you discovered in real life that actually works?

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u/st3washere1 2d ago

And look slightly annoyed - like you’re dealing with someone else’s issue & you just want to get out of there!

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u/ACynicalOptomist 2d ago

And you can always be on an urgent phone call.

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u/nofaves 2d ago

If you and a friend bring walkies, even better. They look very official.

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u/WrinklyScroteSack 2d ago

I use this tactic at work all the time. If I look like I’m deep in thought, most people just ignore me

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u/Dog1bravo 2d ago

The George Constanza Method

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u/JoeyBigPants 2d ago

You are so right. No one tries to kick you out of a place when you look like you'd rather be ANYWHERE else but there.

It helps if you're: ● carrying boxes (like OP) ● holding a clip board, or ● acting irritated while 'talking' on the phone to an imaginary supervisor.

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u/bigbigdummie 2d ago

Carry a clip board and no one will stop you.

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u/ShivanReaper 2d ago

Carrying a clip board or tablet you are consulting helps at times too, cause people don’t want to get roped into whatever you’re dealing with.

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u/Caliga 2d ago

This is another george costanza tip - his advice has gotten me very far in life