There are many types of questions, for example; open and closed, rhetorical, leading, loaded, or compound questions. This episode looks at six of the most common types using an example of two people going on a first date to the cinema.

To find out more you can read the related article by following this link: https://therightquestions.co/what-is-an-effective-question-and-was-that-open-or-rhetorical/

12 Common Biases Explained With Help From Simon Sinek

Implicit biases are assumptions, beliefs and rules of thumb in our minds, often based on our experiences, but that may not be reasonable or accurate. Bias affects all thinking, and it is not always bad, but we should be aware of it.

This is because the brain, as with a computer, loves speed. And, to be as fast as possible, the brain loves to take shortcuts. These decision shortcuts (known as heuristics) can help us make judgements at much greater velocities, but, as with taking shortcuts when driving, they can get us into trouble!

This episode shows how with the use of a personal example.

You can find out more in the related article by following this link:
https://therightquestions.co/how-cognitive-bias-influences-thinking-and-decision-making/

Mind Maps are a form of visual, non-linear notes developed by Tony Buzan and used by countless successful people.If you are anything like me, and used to doodle a lot at school (or still do when trying to listen and take notes) then you will likely love mind mapping.

Mind Maps can be used for many things, including:

· Planning essays

· Taking notes (for example in talks and lectures)

· Making notes for presenting and prompts for public-speaking

· Memorising facts

· Brainstorming and problem-solving

· Visual facilitation in workshops

· And creating learning materials, presentations and videos

This episode covers the principles behind mind mapping and how to create a mind map.

You can find out more in the related article by following this link:
https://therightquestions.co/what-is-mind-mapping-and-why-should-i-use-mind-maps/

What are the most important life skills? How should we navigate work, survive challenges, and thrive in our relationships?

Research by UNICEF, UNESCO, and the World Health Organisation (WHO), identified 10 essential life skills, common to the well-being of everyone.

So here is the list of the ten most important life skills, as per the research:

1. Critical thinking

2. Creative thinking

3. Decision-making

4. Problem-solving

5. Empathy

6. Interpersonal relationships

7. Effective communication

8. Self-awareness

9. Coping with stress

10. Coping with emotions

This episode introduces each skill area but if you would like more detail then follow this link to the website: https://therightquestions.co/the-top-10-life-skills-and-how-to-develop-them/

If you want to develop your skills then why not try out this online course (you can register and try out the initial material for free!), just click on this link: https://therightquestions.thinkific.com/courses/top-10-life-skills

What is The Difference Between Coaching and Mentoring?

The terms coaching and mentoring are often used synonymously but in professional terms there are some subtle yet important differences. It is not that one is better than the other, it is that they are slightly different approaches to achieve slightly different things.

It is also worth noting that there can be considerable overlap between the two but mixing up the terms can be confusing and frustrating.

Therefore the differences in emphasis and approach are important to know, especially if you are looking for either a coach or a mentor and trying to work out what would suit you best.

This episode explains the key differences between coaches and mentors but you can also get more details by following this link to the website: https://therightquestions.co/difference-coaching-mentoring/

So, what is a life coach and what do they do?

A good coach can do many things but commonly a life coach helps people with:

· Clarity and Direction

· Personal Growth and Self-Improvement

· Work-Life Balance and Stress Management

· Relationship Improvement

· Career and Professional Development

· Health and Well-being

· Motivation and Accountability

· Transition and Change Management

· Financial Success

This episode talks about who coaching is for and how to choose the right coach for you. You can find out more details by following this link to the website: https://therightquestions.co/find-the-best-life-coach-and-guide-for-you/

How to Build a Personal Network or Team and the Key Roles

You want to start a grand venture. You are in the driving seat ready to go. But, who do you want on the bus with you? Organisations expert Jim Collins poses this question in the bestselling book Good to Great.

I love this analogy as it is a picture we can all identify with. For instance, whether we are off on a family holiday, a team excursion or an expedition, we can empathise with checking off to see that we have the right people in the vehicle.

The same goes for whatever goal we want to achieve.

There are various approaches to building a team or network and this episode introduces 10 key roles that are crucial to an effective group. You can also find out more details by following this link to the website: https://therightquestions.co/how-to-create-a-powerful-personal-network/

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (or MBTI®) is a popular psychometric questionnaire for helping to understand personality types.

The MBTI approach is largely based upon the work of Psychologist Carl Jung (1875-1961). Jung’s research was developed into the MBTI model by Isabel Briggs Myers, alongside her mother Katherine Briggs.

They sought to apply Jung’s theories to understanding normal behaviour, not just the psychiatric disorders which were of primary interest to psychiatrists such as Jung. Thus, the tool aims to identify and clarify individual behavioural preferences in everyday life.

This episode gives an introduction to Jung's model and the MBTI test and you can find out more by following this link to the website: https://therightquestions.co/personality-types-carl-jung-and-limits-of-the-myers-briggs-test/