Entrepreneurs on Fire

How Asking Every New Person the Same Unlikely Question Changed our Business with Sherisse Hawkins

Dec 23, 2024
Sherisse Hawkins is a dynamic engineer, entrepreneur, and amateur aerialist, famously known as a 'corporate escapee.' In a captivating discussion, she reveals how asking unconventional questions, like 'Is there anything you're seeking help with?', can revolutionize networking. Sherisse emphasizes that true entrepreneurship is rooted in serving others and fostering genuine connections. She also shares insights on navigating the challenges of parenting in tandem with her business endeavors, highlighting the transformative power of community and support.
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ADVICE

A Surprising Question

  • Ask new people what they need help with, big or small.
  • Be prepared to offer genuine assistance.
INSIGHT

The Power of Asking

  • Most people appreciate being asked if they need help.
  • They may not always need something, but value the gesture.
ANECDOTE

Unexpected Breakthrough

  • Asking how people needed help led to a capital campaign solution.
  • This unexpected use case combined existing and AI tech.
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