“The Art of Asking “Stupid” Questions”
summary
Claim: asking apparently “stupid” questions prevents real disasters by surfacing ambiguities early. Cites a safety-requirements review where dozens of serious omissions are found only after someone challenges assumptions. Recommends wording to defuse tension like this might be a stupid question or i'm not completely sure i understand; could you explain, and a simple filter for whether to speak: is it true is it necessary is it kind. Testers take on the role of relentless questioners.
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chapters (6)
- 0:00The value of asking
- 1:05Overcoming hesitation
- 2:28Learning from experience
- 3:45Tactical questioning
- 5:48Confidence and communication
- 6:59Being a master questioner
