Episode
417 | How great leaders handle questions they can’t answer
- Podcast
- The Art of Speaking Up
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- May 26, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 797
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Summary
You're in a meeting. Someone asks you a question you don't know the answer to. What do you do? In this episode, I'm teaching you 4 "time-stopping techniques" — communication tactics that buy you time, protect your credibility, and help you respond with confidence when you're put on the spot at work. You'll learn: The Validation technique The Open-Ended Probe The Closed-Ended Probe The Future Over-Deliver These are the exact tactics leaders use to handle tough questions while maintaining their credibility. Grab the free Bias to Action Worksheet: https://jessguzikcoaching.com/biastoaction/