“What’s one thing your team does ‘because we’ve always done it that way’ — and what would happen if you stopped?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
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Who Made You Think Differently?
“Who was the last person to change your mind about something that mattered — and did you tell them?”
— Relationship Skills
Where Aren’t You Looking?
“What industry, discipline, or perspective have you never considered — and what might it teach you about your current challenge?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
What Would They Say About You?
“If your team described what it’s like to collaborate with you in three words — what would those words be?”
— Relationship Skills
What If the Constraint Disappeared?
“If budget, time, and politics were off the table — what would you actually build?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
Who’s Frustrated Right Now?
“Who in your organisation is struggling with something that nobody has framed as an opportunity yet?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
How Many Options Did You Actually Consider?
“Think about your last big decision. How many genuinely different alternatives did you explore before choosing?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
What’s Hiding in the Complaint?
“What’s the most common complaint you hear from customers, colleagues, or users — and what unmet need is hiding inside it?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
When Did You Last Surprise Yourself?
“When was the last time you pursued an idea that made you genuinely uncomfortable — and what did you learn?”
— Opportunity Seeking Skills
Do People Feel Safe Around You?
“If someone on your team had a risky, half-baked idea — would they feel safe bringing it to you first?”
— Relationship Skills