Interrupt The Right Person
It’s always annoying when you’re interrupted by someone, only to discover that you’re not even the right person for the job.
So before you knock on someone’s door, ask yourself: Is this the right person to take on this new task? Whose role makes them the best fit for the task you need help with? Whose responsibilities typically include similar tasks? Your interruption is much more likely to be well-received if you put in the work upfront to determine the best person to ask.
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