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Ever feel like you’re talking to your team… but not really connecting with them? 👀
I get it—things move fast, and sometimes, meaningful moments slip through the cracks.
But here’s the deal: one powerful question—asked with genuine curiosity—can unlock trust, boost morale, and skyrocket your influence. 🚀
Below, I’m sharing three of my favorite go-to POWER QUESTIONS that will help you stop making assumptions and start making an impact. Ready to lead with intention? Let’s go. 👇
🚨 If it’s been a minute since you’ve really connected with someone on your team… THIS is your moment. 👇
Instead of asking “How are you?”, try one of these #InfiniteInfluence POWER QUESTIONS — and just watch what happens. 💥
3 Trust-Building Power Questions
1️⃣ What’s good, [NAME]?!
Simple. Punchy. It rewires the brain to find something positive. 🧠 ⚡That serotonin boost? It makes them feel good — about themselves and about connecting with YOU!
2️⃣ What’s bringing you the most joy in your life right now, [NAME]? This unlocks personal meaning. ❤️ You’ll uncover who and what they value — and those insights? Pure gold for any leader.
3️⃣ What are you looking forward to for the rest of the year? Now you’ve got a peek into what lights them up 🔥 — their goals, their fun, their why.
💡Hidden-in-plain-sight truth: These aren’t small talk questions… They’re your greatest leadership tool. 🎯
The worst thing we can do in today’s diverse workplace?
👉Make assumptions.
The best thing?
👂Intentionally listen for clues in daily conversations — clues that reveal who your team is and what they need to thrive.
✔️ Clarity on what matters most to them
✔️ Insight into where they’re spending their time
✔️ Practical ways to lead, support, and appreciate them better
And once you know that? You can show up in the most EFFECTIVE way — with time, words, flexibility, encouragement, benefits… whatever they need most right now to move with you for their good, your good, and the good of the org.
🛑 Don’t rely too heavily on headlines, statistics, and HR data to lead well.
🎯 YOU are your best asset when it comes to elevating morale, engagement, and performance.
Don’t overthink it.
Just ask. Listen. Lead with intention.
Because leadership that connects = leadership that performs. YOU are your best asset when it comes to elevating morale, engagement, and performance.
Don’t overthink it.
Just ask. Listen. Lead with intention.
Because leadership that connects = leadership that performs.YOU are your best asset when it comes to elevating morale, engagement, and performance.
Don’t overthink it.
Just ask. Listen. Lead with intention.
Because leadership that connects = leadership that performs. 🚀
I’m betting you have some great questions you ask your team. Comment and let me see what you got!
I’m cheering for you!
~ Alyson
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Go Ahead, Try It!
1. Ask one POWER QUESTION today — Pick one from the list (“What’s good?”, “What’s bringing you joy?”, or “What are you looking forward to?”) and ask it in a conversation with a team member. Listen closely and take
mental notes—you’ll learn more than you expect.
2. Turn the answer into action — Use what you learn to show up intentionally. For example, if they mention looking forward to a family event, follow up later and ask how it went. That simple gesture can build major trust and connection.
Here’s my challenge to you—don’t wait for the perfect moment. Make one today. Ask a POWER QUESTION, listen like it matters (because it does!), and follow through in a way that shows you see them. That’s how trust is built. That’s how leaders make waves. Let’s go! 💥
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