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Assist With Impact

A podcast for assistants and administrative professionals. If you're ready to be more impactful and show up as a Linchpin Assistant then this is a must-listen podcast. Join your host Liz Van Vliet and learn practical tips, strategies and insights that will help you move beyond being simply an order-taker.
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Feb 19, 2024

It's a solo episode from Liz. All about improving how we ask questions, especially when it comes to asking questions of the person or people we support.

This month, we're focusing on enhancing our skills in managing up and engaging effectively with leaders. It's what I describe as the 'Leader Insight & Impact Zone'.

 

Why Questions Matter

- Asking the right questions is crucial for understanding and growth. Many of us hesitate to ask questions due to fear of looking incompetent or being annoying, but it's essential to overcome these fears.

 

Key Insights

- Reconnect with Curiosity: Let's embrace our natural curiosity and not be afraid to ask questions.

- Types of Questions: I discuss four main types: elevating, funneling, adjoining, and clarifying questions. Each serves a different purpose in helping us understand and connect better.

- Practical Tips: Use open-ended questions, balance them with closed questions when needed, appreciate the power of silence, and practice active listening.

 

Highlights

- The Importance of Questions: They help unlock new knowledge and increase understanding.

- Overcoming Fear: I encourage everyone to see questioning as an opportunity for learning, not something to be scared of.

 

Resources

- Episode 48: How To Interview Your Boss To Clarify Expectations & Perceptions

 

Conclusion

- Asking questions is a skill that can greatly improve our interactions and our work. It shows curiosity, vulnerability, and can lead to better outcomes.

 

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Thank you for joining us on Assist With Impact.

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