Why Follow-Up Questions Matter
Follow-up questions prove you listened, not just waited to talk. They signal genuine interest and invite deeper sharing.
Follow-ups increase perceived listening by 87%
People feel more connected to follow-up askers
Follow-ups double conversation depth
Active listening through questions builds trust
How to Ask Great Follow-Ups
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Listen for something specific they mentioned
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Ask about that exact thing
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Use their words in your question
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Pause before responding
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Make it genuine, not polite filler
Impact on Conversations
Transforms surface chat into real conversation
Makes you unforgettable listener
People open up more
Reduces social anxiety