Question 1: Have you ever wanted to say something in a meeting but stayed quiet? What stopped you?

Question 2: What do you think makes someone’s contribution valuable in a discussion?

Question 3: When you’re in a group conversation, what helps you feel comfortable speaking up?

Question 4: When others speak in meetings, what makes you want to listen to them?

Question 5: What are some things people shouldn’t do in meetings? Can we share mistakes and lessons?

Question 6: Do you have any techniques to organize your thoughts quickly? Do you mind sharing with us?

Question 7: How do you usually prepare if you know you need to speak in a meeting?

Question 8: In your culture, is it common to challenge someone’s opinion in a meeting? Why or why not?

Question 9: How do you deal with someone who disagrees with your point? Can we learn from your approach?

Question 10: What’s something small but helpful you could say in a meeting to support a teammate?