Are you asking questions that show you’re listening?
Asking good questions can separate you from everyone else. If you missed last week, I gave you part one of my two-part series on asking good questions. This week, I continue on with some examples of fantastic questions, inspired by some of the most famous leaders and motivators in the world. What are some of your favorite questions to ask?
- Believing (Byron Katie)
- Is it true?
- Is it absolutely true?
- Who am I when I hold onto this belief?
- Who would I like to be if I didn’t hold this belief?
- Assessing a Leader (Lou Holtz)
- Can I trust you?
- Are you committed to excellence?
- Do you care about me?
- Preparing for a Presentation (Allison Shapira)
- Who is your audience?
- What is your goal?
- Why you?
- Why do you care?
- Website Clarity (Donald Miller)
- What problem do you solve?
- What does your customers life look life after working with you?
- How does someone buy your product or service?
- Probing Sales Questions (Mark Hunter)
- How have you dealt with this problem in the past?
- What has worked (or not worked) for you in the past?
- What happens if you don’t fix this issue?
- To Gain Trust (Tim Arnold)
- Are you capable?
- Are you reliable?
- Are you honest?
- Do you care?
Did You Know? Coach made it all the way to the Championship Match of his local tennis tournament at the Tennis Club of Rochester, but fell short of a trophy (and defending his title). Reach out and congratulate him!
Life Tip #82: Be a great listener, give eye contact, and listen to understand, not just reply.
