Best Method of Learning

The best thing I’ve ever been told when it comes to learning something is to figure it out yourself. Ask as few questions as possible, because you’ll probably teach yourself more than you could be told, by diving in.

Relevant to the above, “The Key Doesn’t Work” Approach:

If you have the key to a locked door, and it doesn’t fit into the lock properly on the first attempt, try it several more times adjusting your angle, tilt, etc. until you’ve ensured that you’ve done everything you possibly can to troubleshoot the issue, THEN call someone for assistance/different key. Chances are good that you’re not doing it right.