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Humble Inquiry

Humble Inquiry

By Edgar H. Schein

The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2013.

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11 Key insights

A brief summary of Humble Inquiry

An insightful, concise, practical guide to interacting positively with others by asking questions rather than making demands, keeping an open mind, and developing a relationship built on mutual trust and respect.

Key insights in Humble Inquiry

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What do you get from this book? Learn how to ask questions that build respect, grow trust, and encourage communication
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Practicing basic, optional, or “here-and-now” humility helps avoid miscommunication so you save time, energy, and frustration
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“Humble inquiry” develops trust by asking questions you don’t already know the answer to, while “diagnostic inquiry” influences the conversation
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“Confrontational inquiry” is self-serving and obstructive, but “process-oriented inquiry” uncovers problems and finds solutions
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Assumptions and individualism drive American culture and impede humble inquiry
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To communicate properly, we must determine status, rank, and role and decide whether our relationship is instrumental or expressive
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The “four parts of the self” and the “ORJI cycle” influence our assumptions, questions, and misconceptions
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To learn humble inquiry, you must unlearn old habits, slow down, and practice mindfulness
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Summary of the key insights
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read Humble Inquiry

Politicians • teachers • managers • psychologists • business owners • entrepreneurs

About the author of Humble Inquiry

Edgar H. Schein’s commitment to the research and study of sociologic and psychologic trends, organization, and career development has given him a unique perspective on value and culture in contemporary society. As an author, consultant, and professor at MIT, Schein has devoted his professional life to educating others on how to talk, listen, and manage their careers effectively.

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