The problem with "No worries"
When you use “No worries” or “No problem” the phrase can actually have the opposite effect: just saying the word “problem” introduces the possibility that the situation wasn’t great.
Instead of “No problem/No worries,” try “I’d be pleased to,” “Of course“ or "Certainly”. Replace the negative with a positive.
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