Clarify the Goal
Practice asking what the other person actually wants before jumping into action.
- Ask what success means
- Vague manager request
- Client says “make it better”
Ask Better Questions
Practice asking what the other person actually wants before jumping into action.
Practice turning vague comments, criticism, or requests into concrete examples.
Practice asking about deadlines, limits, budget, quality expectations, and trade-offs before committing.
Practice asking clarifying questions in a way that sounds helpful, not resistant or critical.
Practice confirming what you think you heard before acting on the wrong interpretation.
Practice ending question-heavy conversations with a clear action, owner, or decision.