Episode 28

28 - Is this a good question?

28 – Is this a good question?

I am diving into the art of negotiation with Alexandra Carter’s book, Ask For More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything. She suggests using action verbs and open-ended questions while keeping an eye on body language and emotions. It’s important to clarify with “Tell me” questions and to know when to keep silent. By framing the situation in the best possible light and finding the middle ground, both parties can come out as winners. So, let’s start negotiating like a pro!

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.