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Takers: Signs To Run Away

Givers will be attracted to takers and would even trust them. Here are a few signs to watch out for:

  1. Takers are selfish and act entitled to your help.
  2. They claim credit for their success while blaming others for failure.
  3. They are sycophants.
  4. They are mostly two-faced and are nice on your face while bitching about you behind your back.
  5. They overpromise and underdeliver.
  6. They are nice to you when they see something they can take, or are seeking a favor.
  7. They insist on interacting and wanting help from you on their own terms, imposing it on you.
  8. If you give an inch, they will try to take a mile.
  9. They assume a help channel is now open for their disposal.

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