Better Questions, Better Results

Why Is Asking the Right Question More Important Than the Answer? Because the right question sharpens your focus and expands what’s possible Good questions are the flashlight in a dark cave. They don’t give you the map, but they show you where to look next. Revisiting big ideas with fresh eyes is how deeper learning happens. One year ago today we started QuestionClass with this deceptively simple question. In this updated look at why the  right question  matters more than the answer, we’ll reflect on what’s shifted, what still resonates, and how to take this insight further. When we rush to get the right answer, we often forget to ask the right question. Yet in business, science, education, and daily decision-making, framing the question well can be the difference between a breakthrough and a blind alley. The keyword here is  right question : one that is clear, purpose-driven, and open to meaningful exploration. In this post, we’ll look at why the art of asking matters mor...

Why Do We Stop Learning? The Hidden Forces That Make Curiosity Fade—And How to Fight Back Most people don’t stop learning because they’re lazy. They stop because success makes them comfortable, stress makes them reactive, and systems reward speed over depth. Ironically, the more competent you become, the easier it is to stop growing. You don’t even notice it happening. One day you’re asking questions. The next, you’re giving answers. And slowly, curiosity flatlines. The Competence Trap Think of learning like building a mental operating system. Early in your career, you’re installing upgrades weekly—new frameworks, tools, even failures that teach. But then things start working. You build habits, workflows, confidence. And then? You stop updating—because the version you have  still works . That’s when risk creeps in. A Harvard Business Review study found that leaders who stop learning are  3X more likely to be blindsided by disruption . Meanwhile, McKinsey reported that organiza...

  Why Is Sleep Under-Prioritized? Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership asset. Learn why sleep is under-prioritized, how it affects decision-making, and what to do about it. Question the Premise We often equate being busy with being important. But what if the real productivity killer isn’t a lack of time—but a lack of rest? The flawed assumption is: “More waking hours = more output.” In reality, that belief may be draining your edge. Map the Mental Models Productivity Paradox:  Beyond 50 hours/week, your output per hour tanks. Scarcity Mindset:  We treat time like gold but treat energy like it’s infinite. Maslow’s Hierarchy:  Many leaders try to self-actualize without sleep—like building a skyscraper with no foundation. Examine Alternatives Cultural comparisons:  Japanese “karoshi” vs. Google’s nap pods. Performance domains:  Elite athletes treat sleep like oxygen; most execs treat it like a weekend luxury. Test for Practical Application Ask yourself: Woul...

  What does AI do when it’s not answering your questions? AI on Standby: What Happens When It’s Not Answering You?  🚀 Ever wondered what AI is up to when you’re not  grilling it with deep questions  or making it write blog posts at lightning speed? Does it just sit there, staring into the void of cyberspace, contemplating its existence? 🤖💭 Let’s break down  what AI does when it’s not actively responding to you —because, surprisingly, it’s not just  chilling in digital limbo. 1. AI Isn’t “Thinking”—But It’s Always Ready 🚀  Why It Seems Like AI Might Be Busy:  Unlike humans, AI doesn’t need a coffee break, sleep, or existential crises. But it also doesn’t “think” when idle—it just  waits  for its next command. 📌  What’s Actually Happening:  ✅  It’s on standby, ready to process new inputs instantly.  ✅  It doesn’t “remember” past conversations (unless designed to).  ✅  It’s not running background thou...

How does the tech I use change my decision making? May 7, 2025 | Accountability, Decision Making, Mental Health, Modern Life, Psychology, Question a Day, Tools Question a Day   How Technology Influences Your Decision-Making (For Better or Worse) Technology has become the invisible hand guiding our daily decisions—what we buy, what we watch, even who we date. (Ever swiped left too fast and regretted it?  Yeah, blame the UI, not your judgment.) Whether it's AI-powered recommendations, social media echo chambers, or the sheer overload of choices, the tech you use might be making more decisions for you than you realize. So, how exactly is technology influencing your thinking, and should you be concerned? Let's dive in. 1. Information Overload: The Paradox of Choice In theory, having access to unlimited information should make decision-making easier. In practice, it often does the opposite. Too many choices lead to paralysis.  Ever spent 30 minutes scrolling through Netflix, o...