This is a personal anecdote from the knowledge manager at Zapier about their struggles with asking for help, and how they overcame these challenges using automation tools within the platform. The author shares two custom-built Zaps that remind them to ask for help when needed, including one that cues them to reflect on what they're stuck on and another that encourages them to reach out to their manager for guidance. The author emphasizes that asking for help is a sign of growth and provides tips for using these Zaps to improve productivity and collaboration.