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Humble Inquiry

Book • 2013
In this book, Edgar H. Schein and Peter Schein define Humble Inquiry as 'the fine art of drawing someone out, of asking questions to which you do not know the answer, of building a relationship based on curiosity and interest in the other person.

' The authors explore how Humble Inquiry differs from other kinds of inquiry, provide examples of its application in various settings, and discuss how to overcome cultural, organizational, and psychological barriers to its practice.

The book emphasizes the need for open and trusting communication in today's complex, interconnected world, and offers practical advice on developing the attitude and skills necessary for Humble Inquiry.

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Mentioned in 7 episodes

Mentioned by Michael Bungay-Stanier as a book by Edgar Schein that champions humanity and curiosity.
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The Three Voices Sabotaging Change: Otto Scharmer
Mentioned by Dave Stachowiak in reference to his work on organizational culture and behavior, and its influence on David Marquet's work.
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454: How to Ask Better Questions, with David Marquet
Mentioned by Ram Ramanathan as a source of inspiration for his work in systemic coaching.
98 - Ram Ramanathan: Unpacking Systemic Coaching & Redefining the Industry
Mentioned by Greg McKeown to highlight the importance of open communication in preventing disasters.
166. The Disproportionate Power of Language
Mentioned in the context of humble inquiry and its necessity for meaningful conversations.
Radical Listening with Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Robert Biswas-Diener
Mentioned by Andy Crissinger , that humble inquiry on the part of a leader can contribute to a sense of psychological safety.
Wisdom for Work #5: Inquiry as a Leadership Skill - with Andy Crissinger & Chris VandenBrink
Mentioned by Dave Stachowiak as the authors of the book, which explores the four relationship levels and invites leaders to move professional relationships from level 1 to level 2.
539: The Path Towards Trusting Relationships, with Edgar Schein and Peter Schein
Mentioned by Michael Bungay Stanier as a book offering a solution to the paradox of helping.
26: Tame the Advice Monster with Michael Bungay Stanier
Recommended by Ellen Grove as a resource for understanding different kinds of questions.
The Power of "Why", Modeling Coaching Behavior for Agile Teams | Ellen Grove
Mentioned by Dave Stachowiak in conversation with David Marquet.
454R: How to Ask Better Questions, with David Marquet
Mentioned by Skip Steward as a book that has been a great help to many people.
3rd Edition of Humble Inquiry with Peter A. Schein
Recommended by Josh Bryant as a guide to fostering curiosity and understanding in the workplace.
Ep.3 - Josh Bryant. “You shouldn't have put your hands in there!”
Recommended by Abhijith Balakrishnan for its practical approach to building relationships and fostering open communication.
Ep.4 - Abhijith Balakrishnan. Crimes of Obedience: Well-meaning auditors in dysfunctional systems

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