Meta Model
Ask questions to challenge assumptions
Establish effective and efficient communication
Use Case: Ask good questions for best learning
Purpose
Address imprecise or fallacious language patterns, in others or in ourselves, making communication more effective through questions that reveal underlying assumptions and challenge mental models.
When to Use
In all kinds of interactions, especially during important discussions and negotiations, to build awareness of language patterns and spot ineffective or unclear communication.
How to Use
Download the tool template in PDF
References
The Fact Finder is a variation of this tool, with adjusted terms and format: https://www.strategyzer.com/blog/the-art-of-asking-good-questions-with-the-fact-finder