I think “And what else?” is the best coaching question in the world. It does two things: It extends the period of curiosity, and it tames your advice monster.
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I think “And what else?” is the best coaching question in the world. It does two things: It extends the period of curiosity, and it tames your advice monster.
Asking, “What’s the real challenge here for you?” Good. Adding, “And what else? What else is a real challenge here for you?” Even better.
amazon.com • The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever
Second (and possibly even more valuably), it stops you from thinking that you know how best to help and leaping into action.
amazon.com • The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever
This could be a foundational seismic shift in your life if you begin to ask better questions. Better questions lead to better answers. Better answers lead to a better life. Most people don’t do this. But One More thinkers do. Most people ask questions that make them weaker, less resilient, or less resourceful. They take the easy way out. In some ca
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