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Communication

Ask a non-leading question

Draft the question.

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Done when

Let the person choose their own answer.

Draft the question.

Who this is for

For interviews or discussions; respect refusal.

Why this matters

The question allows an unexpected answer.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. Draft the question.
  2. Remove a suggested answer, such as an assumed positive judgment.
  3. Ask about the experience and listen without supplying options.

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