Quick Question: What would you like to be acknowledged for?

This question is a great opportunity to reinforce the role you want recognition to play in your team culture.

When responding to this question, team members will likely tell you more than they realise - by what they say and what they leave out.

Quick Question: What am I responsible for?

This question is a great opportunity to step back and ensure that you’ve designed your own performance standards.

It will help you focus your leadership on actions, outcomes and people - creating your desired culture.

Quick Question: What is holding us back?

As a leader, it’s easy to default to defensive mode when asking about what is stopping progress. But that isn’t helpful. Try not to take the answers personally. Focus on the role you can play in removing the blockages and enabling your team to move forward and deliver outcomes.

Quick Question: What would have to be true...?

This question is, in essence, a test of believability. It can be divided into two parts: what I would have to believe and how likely I am to believe it. 

It is helpful for leaders developing strategy, hiring new team members and challenging decision making.