Deep Questions

✨Key takeaways:

• Ask deep questions to understand what others want from a conversation.
• Deep questions inquire about values, beliefs, and experiences.
• Tailor your conversation based on their responses.

To figure out what everyone wants from a conversation, ask deep questions about people's values or beliefs or experiences. Example: If someone says they're a lawyer, ask “What made you decide to become a lawyer?” or “Did you always want to be a lawyer?” or “Do you love your job?”. If they respond by describing their desire for a steady job, they’re having a practical conversation. If they mention wanting to fight for the underdog, they’re in a more emotional or social state of mind.