Leadership truths nobody talks about Day 17
23 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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In this brief micro‑lesson, Jim Rees argues that the quality of a leader’s questions directly determines the quality of their leadership. He contrasts weak leaders, who primarily give answers, with strong leaders, who ask questions, and highlights great leaders who pose questions that stimulate thinking and growth. Rees illustrates the shift from a blame‑focused question like “Why did this happen?” to a learning‑focused one such as “What can we learn?” emphasizing that the former creates blame while the latter fosters growth. He stresses that questions shape organizational culture, urging leaders to choose their questions deliberately to cultivate a learning‑oriented environment.
