Sunday, April 1, 2007

Questions? Questions? Questions?

One of the best time management techniques is 'Asking the right questions'.
  • Ask questions to make sure you are on track. Don't assume anything.
  • Don't ask negative questions or questions that are closed-ended.
  • Ask questions that requires the person answering to give more than single-worded answers. For example: Can you provide more details? Can you give me an example as to how you arrive at that conclusion?
Some thought-provoking questions:
  • Ask WHY (and you may eliminate it)
  • Ask WHERE (and you may find a better place for it)
  • Ask WHEN (and you may find a better schedule)
  • Ask WHO (and you may a more appropriate person)
  • Ask WHAT (and you may avoid working on a wrong problem)
  • Ask HOW (and you may find a better solution)
"Don't ever talk until you know what you're talking about."
- Sam Rayburn -

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