How to Ask Questions that Generate Possibilities

Not all questions are equal. Some questions engage the listener, promote creativity, and generate possibilities. Other questions shut down creativity through the question's pre-determined limited responses. I want to ask questions that generate creativity and possibilities, how about you?



Questions that Limit

First, let's look at what limits creativity. When we ask a question that includes an answer, the listener must respond to that answer, often with a “yes” or “no”. This type of question...