Summary:
The book emphasizes the power of inquiry over command in leadership, advocating that managers can drive better performance and engagement by asking insightful questions to guide and empower their teams. It provides strategies and examples for leaders to cultivate a questioning mindset that fosters collaboration, innovation, and effective decision-making.
Key points:
1. Inquiry Over Directives: "Just Ask Leadership" suggests leaders should ask more and tell less to boost team engagement and ownership.
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