Jiang’s crazy experiments included asking for a “refill burger” much like people ask for a soda refill (he was denied). He knocked on a stranger’s door and asked if he could plant some flowers in their back yard. When the person said no, Jiang asked “Why not.”
The person said the dog would destroy the flowers, but suggested he ask the neighbor. Jiang asked the neighbor, and she was thrilled to have flowers planted in her backyard. Jiang learned that respectfully asking “Why not?” can sometimes lead to other opportunities.
One of Jiang’s more famous experiments was asking a Krispy Kreme employee to make donuts in the shape of the Olympics logo. Much to his surprise, the employee accommodated him and then gave him the donuts for free. Jiang learned that people are kinder than we realize, and sometimes grant the most preposterous wish.
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