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960: Surfacing Hidden Wisdom for Huge Breakthroughs: A Masterclass in Asking with Jeff Wetzler

May 9, 2024

Jeff Wetzler shares insights on tapping into hidden wisdom through better asking. He discusses the mysteries of the unspoken, a five-step ask approach, and the importance of posing quality questions. The podcast explores the transformative impact of open dialogue for personal and professional growth, the value of curiosity in extracting wisdom, and strategies for effective communication and fostering trust.

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Jeff Wetzler

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Quick takeaways

Uncovering hidden wisdom by addressing the unspoken can lead to unexpected breakthroughs in leadership and personal growth.

Asking quality questions that encourage genuine dialogue is essential for extracting valuable insights and perspectives from others.

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Importance of Addressing the Unspoken

Addressing the unspoken is crucial as it can uncover valuable insights and perspectives that people may not express openly. Jeff Wetzler highlights the pervasive nature of this issue but emphasizes that it is not inevitable. Creating a safe space for open communication and encouraging others to share their thoughts can lead to unexpected breakthroughs in leadership and personal growth.

Turn conversations into actionable insights by reflecting and reconnecting

02:18

Ask quality questions to learn something important from others

01:33

Introduction

3min

Unveiling the Power of Sharing Insights

10min

Unleashing Wisdom Through Curiosity and Asking

3min

Exploring Curiosity and Effective Communication

17min

Fostering Trust and Open Communication

3min

Unveiling Hidden Wisdom Through Curiosity and Asking

2min

Jeff Wetzler shows you how to uncover startling wisdom from the people around you through better asking.

— YOU’LL LEARN —

1) The mysteries of the unspoken–and how to tackle them

2) The five-step ask approach

3) The trick to posing quality questions

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— ABOUT JEFF —

Jeff Wetzler is co-CEO of Transcend, a nationally recognized innovation organization, and an expert in learning and human potential with more than 25 years’ experience. Wetzler combines unique leadership experiences in business and education, as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, and as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America. Jeff earned a doctorate in adult learning and leadership from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in psychology from Brown University. Based in New York, he is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and is an Edmund Hillary Fellow.

• Book: Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life

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