Mark Suster's advice is directly contrary to this - he says to NEVER ask a busy person to lunch, since that's a large chunk of wasted (and in my experience, if

Mark Suster's advice is directly contrary to this - he says to NEVER ask a busy person to lunch, since that's a large chunk of wasted (and in my experience, if the conversation isn't well, essentially captive) time. http://www.bothsidesofthetable.com/2011/10/13/never-ask-a-busy-person-to-lunch-heres-why/ http://www.bothsidesofthetable.com/2011/10/13/never-ask-a-bu... Where they crossover, obviously, is emphasizing making a request that considers the other person's schedule and needs when you are asking for something.