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Discover the transformative power of communication with 'Humble Inquiry, Second Edition' – a vital resource for anyone seeking to foster open, trusting relationships in both personal and professional environments. This must-read guide offers invaluable insights into navigating global systemic challenges and developing adaptive, innovative organizations. With over 200,000 copies sold and translations in seventeen languages, this globally recognized bestseller by Edgar and Peter Schein delves into the importance of asking questions to which you do not know the answer and emphasizes the art of curiosity. In a world dominated by a culture of 'tell,' the Scheins advocate for creating an environment where vital facts are shared and faulty assumptions identified, enhancing communication effectiveness. Explore the profound concept of Humble Inquiry, which draws from decades of expertise in high-hazard industries and healthcare. This book not only illustrates the differences between various inquiry types but also presents practical examples and strategies to overcome barriers to effective questioning. The new edition is enriched with case studies, a full chapter of exercises, and insightful methods to improve listening and reveal personal insights, making it a comprehensive guide for leaders, educators, and anyone committed to personal growth and relationship-building. Whether you're a manager looking to enhance team dynamics or an individual aiming to improve personal relationships, this book is a treasure trove of wisdom. Order your copy today and unlock the key to effective communication and collaboration.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781523092628
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 192
Description:
This worldwide bestseller offers simple guidance for building the kind of open and trusting relationships vital for tackling global systemic challenges and developing adaptive, innovative organizations-over 200,000 copies sold and translated into seventeen languages!
We live, say Edgar and Peter Schein, in a culture of "tell." All too often we tell others what we think they need to know or should do. But whether we are leading or following, what matters most is we get to the truth. We have to develop a commitment to sharing vital facts and identifying faulty assumptions-it can mean the difference between success and failure. This is why we need Humble Inquiry more than ever.
The Scheins define Humble Inquiry as "the gentle art of drawing someone out, of asking questions to which you do not know the answer, of building relationships based on curiosity and interest in the other person." It was inspired by Edgar's twenty years of work in high-hazard industries and the health-care system, where honest communication can literally mean the difference between life and death.
In this new edition the authors look at how Humble Inquiry differs from other kinds of inquiry, offer examples of it in action, and show how to overcome the barriers that keep us telling when we should be asking. This edition offers a deepening and broadening of this concept, seeing it as not just a way of posing questions but an entire attitude that includes better listening, better responding to what others are trying to tell us, and better revealing of ourselves. Packed with case examples and a full chapter of exercises and simu
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781523092628
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 192
Description:
This worldwide bestseller offers simple guidance for building the kind of open and trusting relationships vital for tackling global systemic challenges and developing adaptive, innovative organizations-over 200,000 copies sold and translated into seventeen languages!
We live, say Edgar and Peter Schein, in a culture of "tell." All too often we tell others what we think they need to know or should do. But whether we are leading or following, what matters most is we get to the truth. We have to develop a commitment to sharing vital facts and identifying faulty assumptions-it can mean the difference between success and failure. This is why we need Humble Inquiry more than ever.
The Scheins define Humble Inquiry as "the gentle art of drawing someone out, of asking questions to which you do not know the answer, of building relationships based on curiosity and interest in the other person." It was inspired by Edgar's twenty years of work in high-hazard industries and the health-care system, where honest communication can literally mean the difference between life and death.
In this new edition the authors look at how Humble Inquiry differs from other kinds of inquiry, offer examples of it in action, and show how to overcome the barriers that keep us telling when we should be asking. This edition offers a deepening and broadening of this concept, seeing it as not just a way of posing questions but an entire attitude that includes better listening, better responding to what others are trying to tell us, and better revealing of ourselves. Packed with case examples and a full chapter of exercises and simu