The Question Funnel Deck
Recall question forms for each stage of the open-probe-close funnel.
Open form What phrase opens a story without leading it? Walk me through the last time this happened. It invites sequence, context, and concrete evidence. Probe form What phrase tests a claim without attacking it? What evidence points to that, and what evidence would challenge it? It keeps inquiry balanced and disconfirmable. Closed done well When is a closed question useful? Closed questions are strongest downstream, when commitment or verification is the job. Deflection So are you saying my team caused the delay? Use when someone hears blame in a systems question. Your line I am not there yet. I…
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