
The Growth of Everyday Moments
For moments that reveal small but powerful choices.
You’re in a one-on-one. The person shares a cultural or personal detail that you don’t understand.
➡ What question do you ask that shows curiosity without making them explain everything?A teammate always opts out of group lunches or social events.
➡ Do you assume disinterest—or explore another interpretation?You’re giving a presentation. Someone’s body language looks skeptical.
➡ How do you manage your reaction and stay open to feedback?You hear yourself say, “We just need someone who can hit the ground running and not need coaching.”
➡ What assumptions might be buried in that sentence? What would agility sound like instead?“You’re onboarding someone whose lived experience is nothing like yours. What’s one question you ask that shows curiosity, not assumption?”
“You’re in a heated meeting. Someone from a different background responds emotionally. How do you stay effective, not reactive?”
“You’re leading a project team that doesn’t ‘click’ with your usual leadership style. What’s your next move?”
Someone mispronounces a colleague’s name for the third time—even after being corrected.
➡ What’s one way to step in that centers respect, not shame?A teammate regularly turns off their camera in meetings. You don’t know why.
➡ Do you address it? Assume something? What’s the agile response?