Indicates that something can be obtained with little effort or formalities. Guidance from your mentor is there for the asking; just send an email.
Pro Tip 2/3
Making a Request
Emphasizes the need for a request to be made, it won't come to you otherwise. Extra credit assignments are there for the asking, but you'll need to speak up.
Pro Tip 3/3
Commonly Unknown
Use this phrase to suggest availability that others may not realize. People don't realize that expert advice is there for the asking at the community center.