Asking the right questions. (ability of chief executives to ask difficult questions) (Speaking Out): An article from: Chief Executive (U.S.)

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From the supplier: CEOs should learn how to ask difficult and provocative questions that dispute facts, confirm data sources and compel individuals to perform their responsibilities in advance because this inquiring ability helps them to properly assess several alternatives and to make the right decisions. To improve their questioning facilities, CEOs should ask questions not only for the purpose of gathering information but also for stimulating responses and finding ways to do business cheaper, faster and better. In addition, they should use their personal experience to identify the questions that need to be asked and those that need not be. Lastly, they should be prepared to handle answers that are not acceptable, are not sensible or have been given before. CEOs who are able to ask difficult questions are those that drive change, improve the competitiveness of their firms and become leaders.

Citation Details
Title: Asking the right questions. (ability of chief executives to ask difficult questions) (Speaking Out)
Author: Robert W. Lear
Publication:Chief Executive (U.S.) (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1994
Publisher: Chief Executive Publishing
Issue: n98 Page: p10(1)

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