The Jefferson Fisher Podcast Charles Duhigg: Asking Questions That Build Instant Connection
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Mar 25, 2025 
Charles Duhigg, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "Supercommunicators," dives into the art of effective communication. He discusses the three types of conversations we engage in and the transformative power of asking insightful questions. Duhigg emphasizes that genuine connections stem from emotional engagement, highlighting techniques like 'looping for understanding.' Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates how meaningful questions can enhance interactions, leading to deeper relationships and better communication skills.
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Persuasion Through Questions
- Persuasive people don't argue their points.
- Ask great questions instead.
Deep Questions
- Super-communicators ask many questions, including "deep questions".
- Deep questions explore values, beliefs, and experiences.
Framing Deep Questions
- Ask deep questions that sound like shallow ones.
- Instead of facts, ask how people feel about their lives.
