Funny you should ask...

Colleagues,

MVP: Memorize a couple reflective questions for ease of use (list is below).
 
I’ve portrayed asking questions as being simple and easy, and it is, but…
 
There is some knowledge in having a small repertoire of reflective questions you can draw on.
 
Good reflective questions are:

1. Invitational
2. Can be answered simply or in depth
3. Do not contain value judgments

 
Here are some of my favorites:

• What are you celebrating today?
• What is one way things are better today than yesterday?
• What’s going well?
• Has anything surprised you about…
• Is there anything you would do differently?
• What is one thing…
• Can you tell me more about…

 
You don’t need to memorize all of them, just keep one or two in your pocket.
 
My favorite is “Can you tell me more?” I love to watch people pause and think. It really is fun.
 
Today’s intention: Ask one person one question! You got this!
 
Bonus: email me about your experience here. I “might” have a special treat for you 

Cheers!

Frederick