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DRAW others out to focus on science-related issues

07/02/09 18:24
You're at school, and you want to help others grow. Instead of giving advice or suggestions, ask questions that fit the DRAW protocol:
  • Define: Get the facts defined.
  • Respond: Get the facts responded to in terms of feelings/experiences.
  • Analyze: Get the facts, feelings, and experiences analyzed.
  • What’s next?: Get next steps considered.
 
Here's a set of DRAW questions you can use for a faculty meeting conversation about science-related issues. Read More...

To help work colleagues grow, DRAW them out by asking questions

10/04/08 10:49
You're at work, and you want to help others grow. Instead of giving advice or suggestions, ask questions that fit the DRAW protocol. Read More...

Draw out, don’t put in

15/01/08 08:24
You want to help others pursue God’s calling, so you give advice. But it doesn’t really help. Sound familiar? Instead of putting advice in, try drawing out. Read More...