The Ultimate Unlock: Taking Notes & Asking The Right Questions

Today’s Topics

• Take Notes 📝

• Asking The Right Questions 🤔

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Take Notes 📝

By Jo

If you’re hesitant about engaging with people, fearing they’ll disappoint you by not meeting your expectations, you’re not alone. However, harboring such apprehensions can inadvertently lead to isolation and missed opportunities for meaningful connections.

Consider this: By assuming that others will fail you, you’re inadvertently closing yourself off from potential friendships or romantic relationships that could enrich your life. It’s a form of self-sabotage that prevents you from experiencing the joy and fulfillment that comes from genuine human connections.

Sure, there’s always a possibility that someone may not live up to your expectations or turn out to be a disappointment. But does that mean you should let fear dictate your interactions with others? Absolutely not.

Instead of dwelling on the potential for disappointment, embrace the opportunity to learn and grow from every interaction. Give people the chance to show you who they are, without imposing rigid expectations upon them. After all, isn’t the beauty of human connection found in its unpredictability and complexity?

Yes, there may be instances where someone doesn’t live up to your hopes or expectations. But so what? Every encounter, whether positive or negative, offers valuable insights and lessons that contribute to your personal growth and understanding.

So, the next time you find yourself hesitating to engage with others for fear of disappointment, remember this: by taking a chance and opening yourself up to the possibility of connection, you’re allowing yourself the opportunity to experience the better-side of human relationships in all their intricacies. Don’t let fear hold you back from experiencing the love and companionship you deserve.

Asking The Right Questions 🤔

By Marcus

Are you someone who asks a lot of questions?

Maybe you've annoyed people from time to time with your curiosity?

I used to be that annoying kid that asked too many questions. I would ask one question and follow up with why… why… why???

Don’t worry, I got less annoying as I got older.

Asking too many questions or being overly inquisitive can be frowned upon, but the application of asking the right questions can make a huge difference.

Questions Lead To Advancement

When I was fresh out of college, I wanted to advance as fast as possible. I wanted the high paying salary as quickly, so I would look at the people above me and routinely ask these questions to myself:

“How did they get to their position?”

“What skills do they have that I don’t?"

“How can I develop the skills required to reach their status?”

As a result of asking these questions, I would sometimes (depending on the person) ask them about their background and experience. I would ask if they recommended any trainings or books to read. I would also observe how they approach their job, decision making, crisis situations and how they worked with others.

Using this method, I broadened my skillset quickly and learned what it takes to EARN the promotions I so badly wanted.

What questions can you ask yourself and others to help you reach the next level? Don’t be scared to discover the questions that unlock your full potential.

Curiosity pays :)

You’ll Figure it Out