In our last episode, we met Ravi, a father, husband, and professional who felt stretched thin between work and home. He struggled with prioritization, time management, and being heard in the workplace. Leadership coach and podcast host Ryan Hartley joined Jay to explore how Ravi could step into his full potential and lead with confidence. That conversation sparked an important realization—one of the most powerful tools any leader can develop is the ability to ask great questions. In this episode, Jay breaks down some of the most effective coaching questions he has used throughout his career, drawing from his time at Tesla and his years of studying leadership and coaching. If you want to become a better coach, mentor, or leader, this episode provides a toolkit of insightful questions that can help you unlock the brilliance within those you support. Whether you're guiding a team, coaching an individual, or even looking for clarity in your own life, these questions will elevate your leadership. Notable Quotes "Leadership isn’t about answering questions—it’s about helping others answer their own." — Jay Abbasi "People already have the answers within them. Our job is to hold up a mirror at different angles so they can see it for themselves." — Jay Abbasi "The quality of your leadership is determined by the quality of the questions you ask." — Jay Abbasi Key Takeaways Jay shares a range of coaching questions categorized for different leadership moments: ✅ Opening Up – “What’s on your mind?” ✅ Goal-Oriented – “What do you want?” “What does success look like?” ✅ Overcoming Obstacles – “What’s missing?” “What’s holding you back?” ✅ Expanding Options – “What are your options?” “How else could you look at this?” ✅ Next Steps & Accountability – “What’s the next step?” “How would you like to be held accountable?” ✅ The Most Powerful Question – “What else?” If you're looking to enhance your leadership skills, help others navigate challenges, and drive meaningful conversations, these questions will be invaluable tools. Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Join Us Next Time In our next episode, you’ll meet Lily, a senior VP at a software company struggling with boundaries and burnout. She feels responsible for her team’s workload but is losing control of her time and personal well-being. Jay sits down with leadership consultant and burnout prevention expert Becky Wolf to explore strategies for setting boundaries, finding balance, and thriving in both work and life. Stay curious, stay intentional, and keep leading with purpose.