Silence can feel uncomfortable.
But it can be surprisingly effective.
After you ask a question, give everyone a few seconds to process before jumping back in.
It’s easy to do:
👉 Ask your question, then stay quiet
👉 Slowly count to five in your head before speaking again
👉 Notice how people often share deeper thoughts
Silence gives people room to think and respond more thoughtfully.
You’ll often hear better insights simply by providing extra space to open up.
Silence might feel uncomfortable. But it can be really powerful.
