Have you ever wished your team would come to you with solutions instead of problems? In this episode, I sit down with Dominic Ashley-Timms , co-author of The Answer is a Question, to discuss how a simple shift in how you engage with your team can save you time, build confidence in others, and transform your impact from manager to leader. Dominic shares a groundbreaking method of “operational coaching” that replaces reactive solutions with questions that unlock potential. Drawing on years of research and proven results, Dominic explains how this powerful method can free up 20-50% of your time—so you can focus on what really matters, whether it's growth targets, client relationships, or innovation.
We break down Dominic’s “STAR Model,” a proven framework to stop, think, ask, and get results. Plus, Dominic shares some of the most provocative questions you can ask to change context, challenge barriers, and unleash your team’s ability to solve their own problems. If you’re ready to transform how you lead, this episode will give you the tools to engage differently and achieve more—without working harder.
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
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How to save 20-50% of your time as a leader
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Why solving your team’s problems for them is holding everyone back
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How the STAR model turns everyday conversations into coaching moments
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The simple question that boosts commitment and follow-through
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Why “low-power” questions are your secret leadership blind spot
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What happens when you challenge your team’s assumptions with a question
If you want to dive deeper into Dominic’s transformative approach, check out his book, The Answer is a Question. To take it even further, explore starmanager.global here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to reshape how you lead, engage your team, and free up time for what truly matters!
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