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Get a random reflection prompt, a quick action to try today, or a "this or that" dilemma to see how you compare to others. Each one takes 30 seconds and is based on the i2 skills framework.

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Ask What’s Behind the Ask

The next time someone makes a request or states an opinion, ask: “What’s driving that for you?” You’ll often discover the real need is different from what was said.

Presencing Skills
One skill, one question

How Small Could You Go?

“What’s the smallest, cheapest experiment you could run this week to test your biggest assumption?”

— Scientific Reasoning Skills

Scientific Reasoning Skills
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Say “Yes, And…”

When a colleague shares an idea, resist the urge to improve it from scratch. Instead, say “Yes, and…” and add one building block to what they’ve already started.

Relationship Skills
One skill, one question

What Story Are You Telling?

“When you pitch an idea, do you lead with data and logic — or do you first help people imagine what the world looks like once it exists?”

— Presencing Skills

Presencing Skills