Questions to Ask Presenters
Engaging questions to maximize learning from presentations, demonstrate interest, and build connections with speakers and presenters.
1What inspired you to work in this field, and how did you get started?
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What inspired you to work in this field, and how did you get started?
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Why this works
Reveals their personal journey and motivation, providing context for their expertise and passion.
2What's the most important takeaway you hope people remember from your presentation?
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What's the most important takeaway you hope people remember from your presentation?
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Why this works
Clarifies the key message and helps you understand what they most want you to learn or remember.
3What challenges did you face when implementing this approach, and how did you overcome them?
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What challenges did you face when implementing this approach, and how did you overcome them?
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Why this works
Shows the realistic difficulties and provides practical insights into problem-solving and implementation.
4What would you do differently if you were starting this project today?
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What would you do differently if you were starting this project today?
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Why this works
Captures their hindsight wisdom and lessons learned from their experience.
5How do you stay current with developments in this field, and what resources do you recommend?
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How do you stay current with developments in this field, and what resources do you recommend?
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Why this works
Reveals their learning approach and provides valuable resources for your own development.
6What's something most people don't understand about this topic that you think is important?
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What's something most people don't understand about this topic that you think is important?
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Why this works
Uncovers insider knowledge and common misconceptions that can help you better understand the subject.
7How do you measure success in this area, and what metrics do you use?
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How do you measure success in this area, and what metrics do you use?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to evaluation and provides concrete ways to assess progress and success.
8What advice would you give to someone just starting out in this field?
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What advice would you give to someone just starting out in this field?
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Why this works
Captures their wisdom and provides practical guidance for beginners and newcomers.
9How do you handle failure or setbacks in this work, and what do you learn from them?
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How do you handle failure or setbacks in this work, and what do you learn from them?
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Why this works
Shows their resilience and approach to learning from challenges and mistakes.
10What's the most exciting development or trend you're seeing in this field right now?
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What's the most exciting development or trend you're seeing in this field right now?
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Why this works
Reveals their perspective on current trends and helps you understand what's happening in the field.
11How do you approach collaboration and working with others in this field?
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How do you approach collaboration and working with others in this field?
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Why this works
Shows their teamwork approach and provides insights into effective collaboration strategies.
12What's something you're currently working on or learning that you're excited about?
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What's something you're currently working on or learning that you're excited about?
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Why this works
Reveals their current interests and ongoing learning, showing their continued growth and development.
13How do you handle ethical considerations and decision-making in this field?
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How do you handle ethical considerations and decision-making in this field?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to ethics and provides insights into responsible practice and decision-making.
14What's the biggest misconception people have about this field or your work?
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What's the biggest misconception people have about this field or your work?
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Why this works
Reveals common misunderstandings and helps you better understand the reality of the field.
15How do you approach innovation and trying new approaches in this field?
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How do you approach innovation and trying new approaches in this field?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to creativity and innovation, providing insights into how to think creatively.
16What's something you wish you had known when you were starting out in this field?
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What's something you wish you had known when you were starting out in this field?
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Why this works
Captures their hindsight wisdom and provides valuable lessons for your own development.
17How do you handle the balance between theory and practice in this field?
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How do you handle the balance between theory and practice in this field?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to integrating knowledge and application, providing insights into effective learning.
18What's the most rewarding aspect of working in this field for you?
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What's the most rewarding aspect of working in this field for you?
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Why this works
Reveals their passion and motivation, helping you understand what drives them and what you might find rewarding.
19How do you approach mentoring and developing others in this field?
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How do you approach mentoring and developing others in this field?
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Why this works
Shows their approach to teaching and development, providing insights into how to learn and grow.
20What question should I have asked you that I haven't?
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What question should I have asked you that I haven't?
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Why this works
Gives them the opportunity to share what's most important or interesting about their field or experience.
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