114: Asking Good Questions Is a Leader’s Superpower: 11 Reasons Why It’s Important for Great Leaders To Ask Questions

On today's episode of Coffee with the Klines, Morgan and Devan are sharing 11 reasons why it's important for great leaders to ask questions. They dive into their tried and true practices in their business; including what type of questions to ask, how they listen and engage in meetings and presentations, and how they empower all people - whether they manage others or not - to be leaders! Improved "questioning" can strengthen managerial effectiveness. Most of us never think about how to frame our questions. Giving this process some explicit thought might not only make you a better manager and leader—it might also help others improve their inquiry skills. Here's why asking questions is important: It helps you uncover the challenges you're facing and generate better solutions to solve those problems. We're all spending too much time and energy solving the first iteration of a challenge with the first idea we have. That's both limiting and counterproductive. It's how you increase the capacity and potential in those you lead. A good question can create an "aha" moment, which can then lead to innovation and growth. It keeps you in learning mode rather than judgment mode. If you're asking a question, you're not rushing in to provide the answer, give the solution, or take on the challenge. It's a good self-management tool to keep you focused on the bigger picture, and as a leader/manager, that's your responsibility to your team and to the organization. Find our book recommendations here: The 5 Levels of Leadership Good Leaders Ask Great Questions SHOP THEIR BURN GEAR using promo code 'MORGAN10' for a discount!