Choose to be Curious Ep. #230: The Ask Approach with Jeff Wetzler
May 9, 2024
Jeff Wetzler, Co-CEO at Transcend and author of 'Ask', shares insights on fostering curiosity and deeper connections. He introduces the 'Ask Approach', a method emphasizing intentional questioning to unlock hidden wisdom. Wetzler discusses barriers to curiosity and the transformative power of reflective listening in conversations. The dialogue highlights how curiosity can enhance collaborative learning, and explores creative analogies, revealing how curiosity acts like a corkscrew, opening up new experiences. Tune in for an uplifting exploration of connection!
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Hidden Wisdom Is Often Unspoken
- People often withhold valuable insights due to shyness or uncertainty, missing out on deeper connection and innovation.
- Recognizing this missed opportunity motivates intentional curiosity and asking to unlock hidden wisdom.
The Certainty Loop Limits Asking
- Many don't ask questions because they don't realize there's something to ask or fear looking stupid.
- People often stay stuck in a "certainty loop," missing chances to uncover new perspectives by not questioning assumptions.
The Five Practices of Asking
- Practice the five Ask Approach steps: choose curiosity, make it safe, pose quality questions, listen to learn, and reflect and reconnect.
- Designing questions well and listening for content, emotion, and action unlocks deeper learning and connection.
