I often recommend that you talk less that you think before you open your mouth, but let's

face it, there's going to be times when you really feel the need to say something.

You want to make a point or you want people to hear your side of things.

And when that happens and you feel like you really have to say something, let me make

another recommendation.

So think first, but if you really feel like you need to make a statement that you know

has some value instead of making a statement, instead try asking a question, try asking an

earnest question.

Instead of saying, I don't think this plan will work, ask something like, hey, what is

the exact outcome that we're looking for?

Right?

You ask an earnest question.

Instead of saying, that doesn't make any sense.

Ask something like, I'm not sure I'm following this correctly.

Can you explain it again?

Instead of making the statement, this is dumb.

Try asking, are you sure this is really the best way to move forward?

So you're asking questions, earnest questions.

And I know a bunch of you right now are sitting there saying, that doesn't make any sense.

Right?

Why would I ask a bunch of questions?

I'm a direct person.

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