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Behavioral scientist shares 10 questions that will make people fall madly ‘in like’ with you
Yahoo • • science
Key Points:
- Many people struggle with social interactions due to overthinking or trying too hard to impress others, but Harvard Business School research shows that asking questions is key to being likable.
- Behavioral scientist Dr. Alison Wood Brooks emphasizes that people often wish others had asked them more questions during conversations, highlighting the importance of showing genuine interest.
- Wood Brooks adapted psychologist Arthur Aron's 36 questions into 10 research-based, open-ended questions designed to foster likability and deeper connections in social settings.
- These questions encourage people to talk about themselves and be vulnerable, which increases likability through reciprocal liking and genuine engagement.
- Examples of effective questions include asking about recent excitements, skills people dislike doing, and new interests, with the recommendation to follow up with additional questions to deepen conversations.
