Quick answers
- How do you ask good questions in meetings?
- Be specific. One question at a time. Explain why you're asking.
Key takeaways
- Ask one question at a time.
- Be specific.
- Explain why you're asking.
Instead of → Say
| Instead of | Say |
|---|---|
| What about the thing? | What's the timeline for the API migration? That affects our sprint plan. |
| Can you clarify? | When you say 'phase 1,' does that include the admin flow or just the user flow? |
Example dialogue
You: What's the priority order if we have to cut scope? That will help me sequence the work.
Common mistakes
- Vague questions.
- Multiple questions at once.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I ask a good question?
- Be specific. One at a time. Explain why if helpful.
- What makes a question vague?
- 'Can you clarify?' or 'What about X?' without specifying what you need.
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