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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 9 MIN

307 - The Simple Questions That Can Help You Get What You Want

from Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business · host Monica Allen

Have you ever wondered if the key to solving a problem isn’t having the right answer—but asking the right question?In this Boss Up Books episode, Monica Allen revisits Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything by Alexandra Carter. As a law professor and negotiation expert, Carter challenges the traditional view of negotiation by showing how meaningful conversations begin with self-reflection. Monica explores the powerful questions that help entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday people gain clarity before difficult conversations and better understand the needs of others. From business partnerships to family relationships, this episode reveals how thoughtful questions can create stronger communication, deeper understanding, and better outcomes.Episode Quote: The ability to answer questions is the greatest resource in learning the truth. ~Carl Jung.What you will learn in this episodeHow to identify the real problem before trying to solve itHow to uncover your true needs without self-censorshipHow to recognize the role emotions play in decision-makingHow to use open-ended questions to create better conversationsHow to listen with the goal of understanding instead of respondingHow to build confidence by learning from past successesHow to determine the first step toward resolving a challengeHelpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own BossSign Up for the ⁠Level Up Living Newsletter⁠⁠KICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM⁠⁠⁠Monica's FREE ebook⁠⁠: 11 Essential Secrets for Small Business SuccessGet your⁠ ⁠Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠⁠Note: As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a commission for the purchase of the book above. Listen to this episode to discover how asking better questions can transform your business, relationships, and leadership. Be sure to subscribe to the Become Your Own Boss podcast and leave a review to help more entrepreneurs find the show.

Have you ever wondered if the key to solving a problem isn’t having the right answer—but asking the right question?In this Boss Up Books episode, Monica Allen revisits Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything by Alexandra Carter. As a law professor and negotiation expert, Carter challenges the traditional view of negotiation by showing how meaningful conversations begin with self-reflection. Monica explores the powerful questions that help entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday people gain clarity before difficult conversations and better understand the needs of others. From business partnerships to family relationships, this episode reveals how thoughtful questions can create stronger communication, deeper understanding, and better outcomes.Episode Quote: The ability to answer questions is the greatest resource in learning the truth. ~Carl Jung.What you will learn in this episodeHow to identify the real problem before trying to solve itHow to uncover your true needs without self-censorshipHow to recognize the role emotions play in decision-makingHow to use open-ended questions to create better conversationsHow to listen with the goal of understanding instead of respondingHow to build confidence by learning from past successesHow to determine the first step toward resolving a challengeHelpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Become Your Own BossSign Up for the ⁠Level Up Living Newsletter⁠⁠KICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM⁠⁠⁠Monica's FREE ebook⁠⁠: 11 Essential Secrets for Small Business SuccessGet your⁠ ⁠Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠⁠Note: As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a commission for the purchase of the book above. Listen to this episode to discover how asking better questions can transform your business, relationships, and leadership. Be sure to subscribe to the Become Your Own Boss podcast and leave a review to help more entrepreneurs find the show.

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