Answering questions quickly can be a bit of a trap.
We’re primed to want to be seen to know the answer – to quickly rail off some eloquent, perfectly considered response without much thought. Though it’s tempting to try, it’s often better to do the opposite – don’t answer the question.
Instead, respond with another question to clarify your understanding. Or simply say, “I’ll get back to you on that.”
In the long run, the accurancy and meaningfulness behind your responses will benefit.
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