Tip: A Coach's Toolbox > Questioning

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Creating thought-provoking questions is an art. Consider some of these tips when designing questions to take thinking to a new level.

When questioning:

  • Listen to yourself to catch poorly designed questions; pause, and rephrase them. 
  • Include “why,” “what” and “how.” They require more thoughtful responses than “who,” “when,” “where” and “which.” 
  • Avoid questions that can be answered with a “yes” or “no.”


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