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Jay Mount
75% of leaders fail at this critical skill:
Here’s how to be part of the 25%.
The art of asking insightful questions enhances:
➠ Our careers
➠ Our confidence
➠ Our leadership skills
➠ Our day-to-day lives
It’s more than just conversation. It’s about inspiring excitement to learn and grow.
Great leaders do more than delegate. They ensure everyone feels understood.
From Michael Bungay Stanier’s book, The Coaching Habit:
The Kickstart Question:
“What’s on your mind?”
↳ Purpose: Encourages people to share their thoughts immediately.
The AWE Question:
“And what else?”
↳ Purpose: Uncovers additional layers and insights.
The Focus Question:
“What’s the real challenge here for you?”
↳ Purpose: Identifies the core issue to address.
The Foundation Question:
“What do you want?”
↳ Purpose: Discovers what someone truly wants to achieve.
The Lazy Question:
“How can I help?”
↳ Purpose: Instead of guessing, ask how to assist effectively.
The Strategic Question:
“If you’re saying yes to this, what are you saying no to?”
↳ Purpose: Clarifies priorities and choices.
The Learning Question:
“What was most useful for you?”
↳ Purpose: Reflect on what was most beneficial.
Why asking the right questions matters:
➠ Builds stronger relationships
➠ Makes people feel heard
➠ Shows genuine interest
➠ Facilitates learning
Don’t fall into the 75% trap.
