When it comes to asking questions, there's often a lot of pressure to ask the "right" thing. But is there really such a thing as a "stupid question"? 

Many argue that there isn't - after all, when we're curious and seeking knowledge, any question can lead to enlightenment. However, there are certainly questions that are less intentional than others. 

So, how can we turn bad questions into intentional ones? Nicole and Erin explore this topic in this week of the b Cause Work Doesn’t Have to Suck podcast. 

In this episode Erin and Nicole discuss: Stupid questions. Is there such a thing? How to turn ‘bad questions’ into questions that are intentional How to pause before answering or receiving a question to evaluate the intent

If you are interested in learning how to evaluate questions (and create better ones) this is the episode for you.

119: 3 Hacks For Asking Powerful Questions That Put You in the Pole Position

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DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• “What is the intent?”

• “Listening to those questions as a manager also gives you a really sharp window into how your employees are feeling.”

• “Panels are like the stupid question generator.”

• “Being aware of how we create honest inquiry is an enormous strategy that anyone can benefit from.”