The Resilient Leaders Podcast with J.R. Briggs

Ep 304: SPECIAL EDITION: Reading from my new book The Art of Asking Better Questions

Oct 1, 2025
Get a sneak peek into the power of questions with insights from J.R. Briggs' new book. Discover how society's focus on answers clouds the importance of asking better questions. Historical examples highlight how influential inquiries have shaped major ideas. Learn how our questions reflect our values and how everyone can refine their questioning skills. J.R. promises that this is more than a formulaic guide—it's about elevating conversations and relationships. Plus, he offers a personal refund guarantee if readers find no value!
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INSIGHT

Questions Over Answers

  • Society trains us to value answers more than questions.
  • JR Briggs argues asking the right question can be more powerful than having the right answer.
ANECDOTE

Famous Questions That Shaped History

  • JR Briggs recounts Einstein and JFK to show how single questions shaped big ideas.
  • These examples illustrate how questions can spark theory, vision, and action.
INSIGHT

Questions Reveal Values

  • The questions we ask reveal our values and direct our lives.
  • JR Briggs connects persistent societal questions to ongoing influence and meaning.
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