Good leaders ask great questions.
But that's easier said than done, especially when a culture of open questioning and curiosity does not exist in your Boardroom. When used as weapons, questions can kill the discussion and insult the recipient.
Cultivating the art of questioning is an essential pursuit for Board members wanting to tap into productive dialogue and a new stream of ideas.
In this audio, taken from the Conscious CEO Series, Steven Bowman lists his favorite questions for unlocking innovative ideas in the Boardroom.
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