Podcast appearances and mentions of chad littlefield

Many of us, myself included, are obsessed with solutions.  And while this makes sense, especially when we find ourselves in times of challenge and uncertainty as we do these days.  What if asking questions was more powerful than finding answers?  On this episode, I discuss this dynamic and the paradoxical nature of curiosity.  Asking questions can lead to authentic connection and important innovation.   Resources: We're All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky Ask Powerful Questions (book), by Chad Littlefield and Will Wise

In a world where true connection can feel harder than ever, how can we foster meaningful conversations that build trust and engagement? In this episode, we sit down with Chad Littlefield ('13, '15g) , co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author, to explore the power of asking better questions and creating conversations that matter.Dubbed a “global expert on asking questions that build team trust and connection” by Forbes, Chad shares insights from his "Connection Toolkit," now used in over 80 countries, and reveals how leaders, educators, and teams can move beyond small talk to build genuine relationships.Chad earned multiple degrees from Penn State, including a bachelor's degree with honors in rehabilitation and human services from the College of Education and Schreyer Honors College, and a bachelor's degree in psychology from the College of the Liberal Arts—both in 2013. He also received a master's degree in learning, design, and technology from the College of Education in 2015. In 2024, the Penn State Alumni Association honored Chad with an Alumni Achievement Award, which recognizes alumni 35 years of age and younger for their extraordinary professional accomplishments.  Connect with Chad on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn. ------Today's episode marks the debut of host Katie Farnan. A marketing specialist with the Alumni Association, Katie earned her degree in journalism from the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications in 2019. 

In this episode of Speakernomics, host Kenneth Kinney (Shark) engages with Chad Littlefield, a speaker, bestselling author, and global expert on asking questions that build trust and connection in teams. Chad shares his unique insights on how to create conversations that not only matter but also create tangible change in the future. In this session, Chad will: Demonstrate how to design questions that foster meaningful interactions and deepen connections, particularly emphasizing the importance of identifying and addressing real problems. Analyze the shift from purely speaking at an audience to facilitating engaging conversations that enhance participation and learning. Illustrate how focusing on hyper-specific niches for short periods can strategically expand a speaker's influence and business growth. Clarify the distinction between running a scalable speaking practice and a larger business model, prioritizing impactful connections over sheer volume. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Purpose & Profit Podcast, Carly Berna and Dave Raley are joined by co-founder of We and Me, Chad Littlefield, for a conversation about connection and the benefits of asking powerful questions.  They begin by diving into what it means to create impactful conversations and the idea of “connection over content” as a means of fostering transparency and trust. Chad laters defines the “we” method that enhances dialogue and collaboration in one's organization, and offers strategies that for-profit and nonprofit leaders alike can employ to build a culture of openness and effective communication.  Other Topics Include: – How to eradicate small talk and create conversations that matter  – How for-profits and nonprofit organizations can adapt their communication strategies to stay relevant and effective in a changing environment – Chad's advice to organizations on how to improve communication and garner stronger connections that build a deeper level of trust Learn more at purposeandprofitpodcast.com. Season Five of the Purpose & Profit Podcast is brought to you by: VIRTUOUS Virtuous is a software company committed to helping nonprofits grow generosity. Virtuous believes that generosity has the power to create profound change in the world and in the heart of the giver. With that in mind, it's their mission to move the needle on global generosity by helping nonprofits better connect with and inspire their givers. Learn more about Virtuous at virtuous.org and download your free Nonprofit CRM Checklist at.virtuous.org/checklist.  FAITHSEARCH PARTNERS FaithSearch Partners is an executive search firm for faith-based organizations, dedicated to providing lasting solutions and championing faith-driven leaders. Their mission is to serve their clients and empower them with the right people at the right time to help drive their unique mission of ministry forward. Learn more about FaithSearch Partners at https://faithsearchpartners.com/. IMAGO CONSULTING Imago Consulting is an advisory firm that helps nonprofits and businesses grow through innovation. Innovation is the lifeblood of any growing organization. Imago publishes a weekly trends report called The Wave Report – learn more at www.imago.consulting and subscribe at www.imago.consulting/wavereport. Special thanks to editor and sound engineer Barry R. Hill and producer Abigail Morse.

We recently talked about asking better questions, and shared the idea of a pyramid of question types from Will Wise and Chad Littlefield. Well, we've now come across another article about asking questions and thought you might like to hear about its five types of questions. See all the details and contribute to the discussion over at our blog.

In this episode, Phil Brown interviews Chad Littlefield, the Chief Experience Officer of We and Me Inc. They start with a fun segment of random questions before diving into Chad's journey in experiential adventure education. Chad shares his first experience in experiential education and how it influenced his career path. He also discusses the importance of curiosity and connection in his work. Chad explains his role as the Chief Experience Officer and how WeConnect cards are designed to make connection easy for people. He offers advice on using the cards effectively, emphasizing the power of choice and incorporating content in activities. In this conversation, Phil Brown and Chad Littlefield discuss the importance of listening and asking powerful questions in creating meaningful connections. They explore different frameworks and techniques for effective communication, including the use of WeConnect cards and the concept of intention and openness. They also discuss the need for adaptation and innovation in the field of experiential education, especially in the context of remote work and virtual connections.     Takeaways; Experiential adventure education can have a profound impact on personal and professional development. Following curiosity can lead to finding one's passion and purpose. Connection is essential for healing, growth, and success in various contexts. WeConnect cards are designed to make connection easy and can be used by facilitators and non-facilitators alike. Giving people choice in answering questions can lead to deeper and more authentic conversations. Incorporating content and weaving it into activities can enhance the effectiveness of using WeConnect cards. Listening to understand is more effective than listening to win. Being clear about your intention and sharing it with others can create a foundation for trust and collaboration. Entering a conversation with an open mind and being willing to be changed by the other person can lead to deeper connections. Asking open-ended questions, particularly those starting with 'how' or 'what', can foster curiosity and meaningful dialogue. In the field of experiential education, there is a need for adaptation and innovation to create impactful experiences. Simplifying tools and focusing on purpose can enhance the effectiveness of facilitation. Learn more about Chad - https://weand.me/ Check out Chad's Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@chad.littlefield Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com Contact the podcast; Email - podcast@high5adventure.org Instagram - @verticalplaypen

Why do you suppose it is that dogs love to hang their heads out of a moving car window? What's the thrill? More importantly, should you let your dog do it? This episode begins with an explanation of why dogs love it so much and if it is really safe. https://www.metlifepetinsurance.com/blog/pet-behavior/should-my-dog-hang-their-head-out-of-a-car-window/  Modern medical surgery is nothing short of amazing. It is hard to imagine but many of us wouldn't be here if it were not for the miracle of surgery. Yet, the history of surgery is remarkably short. In fact, there couldn't have been surgery until four major problems were solved first. Ira Rutkow, MD is a general surgeon and historian of American medicine. Listen as he tells the story of modern surgery – including many of the problems encountered along the way and the amazing resistance to some important advances. Ira is author of the book, Empire of the Scalpel: The History of Surgery (https://amzn.to/3Lz8lWo). Once you hear it, you'll be glad you didn't need an operation 160 years ago.  Do you ask a lot of questions of other people? The truth is most people don't ask very many questions during the day and the questions we do ask tend to be mundane things like “How's it going?” or “What kind of work do you do?” However, by asking the right kinds of questions you can learn and understand so much more. Plus, asking questions can be a great way to connect with other people if you do it right. What kinds of questions should you ask? Here with some great advice is Chad Littlefield. He is co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc., an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. He is also coauthor of the book Ask Powerful Questions (https://amzn.to/380YdI8).  A nap can be wonderful. It can also leave you feeling groggy and feeling more tired. Listen as I explain the keys to taking a nap that research says will leave you feeling more rested and satisfied. https://www.livescience.com/14680-hammock-rocking-improves-sleep.html PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Indeed is offering SYSK listeners a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING NerdWallet lets you compare top travel credit cards side-by-side to maximize your spending! Compare & find smarter credit cards, savings accounts, & more https://NerdWallet.com TurboTax Experts make all your moves count — filing with 100% accuracy and getting your max refund, guaranteed! See guarantee details at https://TurboTax.com/Guarantees Luckily for those of us who live with the symptoms of allergies, we can Live Claritin Clear with Claritin-D! eBay Motors has 122 million parts for your #1 ride-or-die, to make sure it stays running smoothly. Keep your ride alive at https://eBayMotors.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over 10 years ago, two men were killed at a gun range in Texas. One was a Veteran sniper, the other was Chad Littlefield. Jacob & Ashley sit down with Mama Judy Littlefield as she tells her side of the American Sniper tragedy.   Follow Judy Littlefield on: Facebook: @Judy Littlefield Judy Littlefield's Book: "The Other Man Down: A Mother's Journey after the 'American Sniper' tragedy" __ Follow the show on  Instagram: @thegoodstuffpodcst Twitter: @TheGoodStuffpodcst Facebook: @TheGoodStuffPodcst Website: TheGoodStuffPodcast.com Youtube: @TheGoodStuffPodcast Email the show at thegoodstuffpodcast22@gmail.com   Follow Jacob & Ashley on Instagram: @jacob_schick & @ashleyschicktx Twitter: @jacob_schick & @ashleyschicktx See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Interrogation of Man Who Killed American Sniper Chris Kyle and Friend police interrogate Eddie Ray Routh, the man convicted of murdering "American Sniper" hero Chris Kyle and his best friend Chad Littlefield.True Crime Podcast 2023 - Police Interrogations, 911 Calls and True Police Stories Podcast

Police Interrogation of Man Who Killed American Sniper Chris Kyle and Friend police interrogate Eddie Ray Routh, the man convicted of murdering "American Sniper" hero Chris Kyle and his best friend Chad Littlefield.True Crime Podcast 2023 - Police Interrogations, 911 Calls and True Police Stories Podcast

In this episode, Beth talks with Chad Littlefield about designing group experiences for contribution, not just consumption. They explore Chad's concept of "connection before content" and how to do that particularly at the starts and ends of meetings or learning experiences. Beth and Chad also explore: how an intentional 'uofficial start' helps create real connection with groups connecting with purpose when designing an experience participants' five states of mind and how to move people towards contribution (potentially from critic or curmudgeon) the importance of listening so that people feel heard Engage with Chad Littlefield Website: http://weandme Free printable tools and resources: https://weand.me/ideas/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/weandme LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadlittlefield Other Links from the Episode Mark Collard, Playmeo Chad's Creative icebreaker game for shy or logical groups - IF...THEN activity (YouTube) Jan Keck's Episode 10 Facilitating Connection Romy Alexandra's Episode 13 Experimenting with Experiential Education Reid Hoffman interviewing Sam Altman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHoWGNQRXb0 Chat GPT Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast: Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, or YouTube Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com Connect with Beth Cougler Blom: Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at hello@bethcouglerblom.com Visit bethcouglerblom.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage Follow Beth on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn Podcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co. Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions    

What's the risk involved in creating stronger human connections? Great leaders know that deeper human connection fosters more engagement and better performance and that investing in people boosts results and increases retention. Leaders accomplish more by asking powerful questions than by commanding and controlling. In this episode, Chad Littlefield gives you practical tools and questions to use to help you connect with your team more effectively, build better relationships and results, have more influence, and work better together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is essentially about conversation and the power it has to transform our connections to others and understanding of the world. We are joined today by Chad Littlefield to explore exactly what conversations are and how to become more adept and making them count. Chad Littlefield is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me (www.weand.me)—an organization whose mission is to help leaders, educators, and events make connection easy. Forbes calls Chad a “global expert on asking questions that build team trust and connection.” He is a TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and creator of the Connection Toolkit™, which is now being used to create conversations that matter on campuses and companies in over 80 countries around the world. You can connect with Chad through his free resources and weekly videos right here.We also loved reading Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations That Matter, a book by Chad and his co-author the late Will Wise.

For some reason, dogs seem to love to hang their head out the car window when it's moving. Why do they do that? And is it a good idea to let them do that? This episode begins with an explanation of what dogs get out of the experience and what you should do as the dog's owner. https://www.metlifepetinsurance.com/blog/pet-behavior/should-my-dog-hang-their-head-out-of-a-car-window/ Imagine where we would be without modern surgery. Many of us wouldn't be here, actually. The history of surgery is remarkably short and extremely impressive So many amazing advances in a very short amount of time. And it all started once 4 big problems were solved. Ira Rutkow, MD is a general surgeon an historian of American medicine. He joins me to tell the story of modern surgery - and it hasn't all been smooth sailing. Ira is also author of the book, Empire of the Scalpel: The History of Surgery (https://amzn.to/3Lz8lWo). Once you hear it, you'll be glad you didn't live 150 years ago and need an operation.  Are you curious? Do you ask a lot of questions? Surprisingly, most adults really don't ask very many questions during the day and the ones we do ask tend to be mundane things like “How are you?” or “What kind of work do you do?” Yet, by asking the right kinds of questions you can learn and understand so much and connect with other people in a way you might not otherwise do. So what kinds of questions should you ask? Here to explain is Chad Littlefield, is co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc., an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. He is also coauthor of the book Ask Powerful Questions (https://amzn.to/380YdI8). If you are one of those people who likes a good nap once in a while, I have something interesting for you. There is a certain way to take a nap that research says will leave you more rested and satisfied. Listen as I explain. https://www.livescience.com/14680-hammock-rocking-improves-sleep.html PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! We really like The Jordan Harbinger Show! Check out https://jordanharbinger.com/start OR search for it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen!  Helix Sleep is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at https://helixsleep.com/sysk.  If you're the type of person who's always thinking about new business ideas or wondering “What's the next side hustle I should spin up?” — check out the podcast My First Million! With Avast One, https://avast.com you can confidently take control of your online world without worrying about viruses, phishing attacks, ransomware, hacking attempts, & other cybercrimes! Small Businesses are ready to thrive again and looking for resources to rise to the challenge. That's why Dell Technologies has assembled an all-star lineup of podcasters (and we're one of them!) for the third year in a row to create a virtual conference to share advice and inspiration for Small Businesses. Search Dell Technologies Small Business Podference on Audacy.com, Spotify or Apple podcasts starting May 10th! Go to https://Shopify.com/sysk, for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features! Today is made for Thrill! Style, Power, Discovery, Adventure, however you do thrill, Nissan has a vehicle to make it happen at https://nissanusa.com With prices soaring at the pump, Discover has your back with cash back! Use the Discover Card & earn 5% cash back at Gas Stations and Target, now through June, when you activate. Get up to $75 cash back this quarter with Discover it® card. Learn more at https://discover.com/rewards Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play! Whether you're going on a cross country trip or just up the street, please buckle up! Don't risk it. And remember, Click It or Ticket. Brought to you by NHTSA. https://www.geico.com Bundle your policies and save! It's Geico easy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clap your hands if you agree… We have a Curiosity Deficit and it is impacting how we connect and relate to each other! In this episode we speak with Chad Littlefield, co-author of Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter. Together we explore how to transform conversations from those that simply take up space to those that create meaning and build connection.Where to find Chad Littlefield:WebYouTubeTwitterInstagramFacebookLinkedInWhere to find Amy Steindler:WebLinkedInFollow us on all our other platforms!WebInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedIn

We have a big one for you today! We talk about the Spider-Man trailer leak....not the trailer itself but the leak of the trailer before the trailer came out hours after we recorded. Then we discuss all the Fall and winter movies coming up on Netflix over the next 4 months. We then chat about Free Guy, the new Ryan Reynolds movie before we talk to Set Artist Chad Littlefield, who was kind enough to chat with us about his experience working on Free Guy and his other stories he had from his previous Hollywood productions! 3:36 - Spider-Man Trailer Leak 12:44 - Netflix' Fall lineup 22:29 - Free Guy (Review) 36:23 - Chad Littlefield Review 1:08:33 - Cookie and Kristin Review of Free Guy Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram! www.twitter.com/GBWpod www.twitter.com/oboyle92 www.twitter.com/ROJO36 www.twitter.com/MarcDeSwollsto www.instagram.com/GBWpod Support the podcast! Donate here. Sponsorships: on for this episode --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-good-the-bad--the-watchable/support

Last month, a jury convicted 27-year-old Marine Corps veteran Eddie Ray Routh in the shooting deaths of former U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle --the inspiration behind the movie American Sniper--and Kyle's friend, Chad Littlefield, at a Texas shooting range in 2013. Routh admitted to killing the men, but his lawyers argued that he suffered from severe mental problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), after returning home from service --and even received psychiatric treatment a week before the shootings. In an exclusive interview, Routh's parents, Jodi and Raymond, open up to Dr. Phil about their son. What was he like as a child? And, when do they say they noticed a change in his behavior? Jodi admits she reached out to Chris, who volunteered to work with veterans suffering from PTSD, and asked him to help her son. Does she have any regrets? Plus, hear from Routh's sister, Laura, who says she was the first person her brother confessed to on that fateful day. Did she ever suspect he was capable of such a horrific act? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this snippet from the original interview with Taya Kyle back on episode #100, we are sharing Taya’s thoughts on her husband Chris Kyle’s friendship with Chad Littlefiled, who died alongside Chris. She also shares the most compelling purpose that keeps her committed to sharing her story and lessons from it, as well as what some of those lessons are.This is an excellent interview for this week, as we move toward Memorial Day. It’s so important that we take the time not just this week and on Memorial Day, but on a regular basis - to stop and think about the men and women who serve our country, and the sacrifices they make for all of us.Although Chad was not in the military and and he Chris did not technically die on active duty- they were absolutely killed in service, as they were giving of themselves to support the very veteran who took their lives.Listen to Episode #100 and catch the full interview we did with Taya Kyle.Subscribe To The NewsletterFollow Us On All PlatformsJoin The Great American Syndicate

We're Talking About Conversations that matter.  I’m joined by my good friend Chad Littlefield who says that he is on a mission to eradicate small talk. And as you’ll quickly learn this isn’t just something he talks about, it was the foundation on which the two of us met. I typically like to keep these podcast episodes to roughly 30-40mins but there was no way I could contain all the gold within that time frame so I hope you’ll forgive me that this episode goes a little longer than usual. But I think you’ll love it just as much as I did. Chad is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc. (www.weand.me)—an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter.  Leaders call Chad when they want to amplify connection, belonging, and trust in their organization. Forbes calls Chad a “global expert on asking questions that build trust and connection in teams.” He is a TEDx speaker, author of the Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections, and creator of We! Connect Cards™, which are now being used to create conversations that matter on campuses and companies in over 80 countries around the world. Most recently, Chad and his partner Will Wise launched their new book, Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter, now a #1 Amazon Bestseller. Connect with Chad LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadlittlefield/  Learn more about Chad at https://weand.me/about-we/chad/  Get some free ideas at https://weand.me/ideas/  Connect with Shane on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanemhatton/ or visit www.shanemhatton.com to learn more about his work.

EPISODE 65: On this edition of DHG's Growthcast, we brought back Chad Littlefield to discuss how to make meetings- whether they are 15 minute stand-up meetings or 3 hour strategy discussions - more engaging.

EPISODE 63: Chad Littlefield of We & Me, joins John Locke and Bob Kunkle to discuss strengthening human connections and the importance of establishing a connection between leadership and the entire group.

Today we talk with Chad Littlefield, the Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer at We and Me, Inc, an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. Get ready to see how Chad’s ability to create connection before content choreographed today’s show and in the end, will help you connect with your audience. 

At a gun range in Texas, ex-Marine Eddie Routh shot and killed former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle and his friend, Chad Littlefield. 

About this Episode Time Stamps Q&A About our Guests Resources In this extended conversation (part 2 of 2), podcast host Annette Stevenson and best-selling authors, professional facilitators and speakers, Will Wise and Chad Littlefield continue discussing the topics in Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter. Topics covered include the difference between discussion and debate, tactics on how to have productive dialogue and where sarcasm fits into conversation. The important piece is to stop the process when we're in debate and start asking some questions that look at the assumptions that were made that slid us up into a place of debate. I think sometimes debate is disguised as advocacy in meetings. Skip to: 04:01 Is it accurate to say dialogue, rather than debate, is what needs to happen for collective decision making I think what dialogue does is breaks our brain out of the tendency to pick between one or the other. Skip to: 05:43 Is there a time and place where debate is part of sound decision making? That is where innovation happens, when I can take multiple different forms of thoughts and ideas and philosophies and meld them into something new to create a sculpture that we all stand and look around and say, I contributed to that, not I made that, but I contributed to that and I’m happy with the result that we have. Typically in debate, you have two people who are talking, lots of words being exchanged, but very few of them are being retained and heard and remembered. If we just let go of responding with a statement and we just ask a question that's not rooted in judgment, that's actually looking to seek to understand, that one action can change debate right in the middle of it to a dialogue. Skip to: 11:10 Does sarcasm have a place in healthy dialogue and authentic connectivity in the workplace? Often when we're being sarcastic, we are actually picking up a little dagger that's in our little scabbard and we're poking them right where it hurts most. If sarcasm is a part of your way of leading, consider that you are doing more harm than good. Skip to: 18:00 Is there a way that openness can be achieved in a professional environment where folks are not feeling too vulnerable? How does this apply to our current situation? The number one characteristic that they found was not the years of technical experience, or the perfect personality match, it was the degree of psychological safety in that group, which is academic and PhD language for, “Can I be myself when I show up at work?” Openness doesn't mean you need to share everything; it does mean you need to show up authentically. When I'm present to your humanity and I can be open to that and be moved by that and see the world in a different place because you see it in a different way, then that's when magic and collaboration and adventure that makes us most alive, it is the place that we want to step into, even though it scares us. Continuation from Ask Powerful Questions Part 1 Q: Decision making is part of all organizations, big or small, all boards, all school boards, school administration, corporations, decision making occurs all the time. Typically, decision making, if it's being done across any number of people include some dialog, especially if you might be referencing a leadership team, or school board, or a corporate board. So, what I want to ask you to define or share the difference between is debate and discussion. So, if part of decision making includes discussion, is there a difference between debating and discussion? And if so, what's the difference? A (Will): ...When we get to a place of dialogue, your needs are equal to mine, and I am more in a partnership with you. And I'm listening for understanding, I'm in a place of openness to hear what is actually occurring for you, I'm even willing to be reflective. What happens is oftentimes, if we're in a dialogue,

About this Episode Time Stamps Q&A About our Guests Resources Podcast host Annette Stevenson is joined by best-selling authors, professional facilitators and speakers, Will Wise and Chad Littlefield to discuss their work in facilitating meaningful communication among leaders and educators. They delve into some of the tools mapped out in their book Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations That Matter as well as the importance of intention and empathy as it relates to effective communication and leadership. Skip to: 01:32 Can you explain the word intention and how it is used in your book? “Intention is what is the game that we are playing and what do we hope to accomplish, or what are we aiming to accomplish, before this meeting is over or this project is over.” “It creates a compass that allows us all to navigate toward a future that we want to create.” Skip to: 03:52 So that intention, and the expressing of the intention, is applicable in organizational meetings, classroom settings, boardroom settings, really anywhere, would you agree with that? “Our time is our most precious resource.” “And if you're able to craft an intention statement, the other people can see themselves in, the amount of buying goes up and the amount of resistance goes way down in the meeting, that's a pretty big shift.” “It’s so often that we lose who we’re actually doing our work for.” Skip to: 09:32 Is it possible for you to provide an example of empathy, apathy and sympathy? “She was able to put one of her feet in her student’s and her parent’s and her family’s and her educator’s shoes and keep one of her feet grounded in her own reality.” “We parent better when we can be empathetic.” Skip to: 19:15 Once you reach that apathy point, there's a way out of it, you can step back out of it? “Empathy allows people to be seen and heard and understood exactly for who they are, and for who they are not, and when that happens, people are more likely to contribute, more likely to give their voice, more likely to choose to contribute” Skip to: 22:04What is the difference between debate and discussion? “Debate often has this two-sided argument where people are trying to prove and they're only listening to win and they're trying to challenge each other.” Q: I'm going to jump into some of what I uncovered in your book Ask Powerful Questions, you frame a pyramid of skill sets, and the base of that pyramid is intention. Can you explain the word intention as you mean it there, as a foundational skill in that context and how it relates to connecting authentically with people? A: (Will) When I was writing the book, I shared some of the first drafts with an editor, she said, "You got to put that intention chapter first." I'm like, "No, no, no, no, it goes later." And she said, "No, no, no, it's got to go first." And she helped me pull it down to the bottom of the pyramid. And I'm so grateful for Paula for doing that because what that did for me and the work that we're doing is, it creates a space for people to really authentically show up. So, the root word of intention means to stretch, and it's useful to think about that in a couple different ways. To stretch to include the needs of the whole, right? To move away from me and to include the we, who else do I need to include into my intention. Second, it allows us to stretch the present moment into the future and pull that future into the present moment right now. What we've noticed in working so many different educational programs, facilities, schools and universities is that there are so many meetings that happen, especially at the upper level in which the intent is not clear. It showed up on our calendars, we show up in the room, there may be an agenda, but an intention is different than that. Intention is what is the game that we are playing, and what do we hope to accomplish, or what are we aiming to accomplish before this meeting is over,

American Sniper Chris Kyle!!!You might know his name and a little bit of his story as portrayed by award winning actor Bradley Cooper in the Academy Award winning hit American Sniper. You might also know the events that lead up the untimely deaths of Chris and his buddy Chad Littlefield.What many don't know is the story about the woman that was his rock, his amazing wife Taya. That is until now!I had the privilege of sitting down with Taya to discuss her story, how she's been able to overcome such horrible losses, how music has helped play a crucial role in her life and what she's doing now. Talk about a huge blessing to have her on our show.Thank you Taya so very much for giving us your heart. We love you!!https://www.warriorcollections.com/Music: "Miracle" by ONLAP (Spotify, Apple Music)

COVID-19 has challenged us in every way, but particularly in the way we are forced to now communicate with each other.  To be successful, we have to improve our methods and ways of communication.  Our guest on this episode, Chad Littlefield makes the case that "connection before content" is the key.  He gives us some actionable steps to take if you want to build up your team even in these challenging times.

COVID-19 has challenged us in every way, but particularly in the way we are forced to now communicate with each other.  To be successful, we have to improve our methods and ways of communication.  Our guest on this episode, Chad Littlefield makes the case that "connection before content" is the key.  He gives us some actionable steps to take if you want to build up your team even in these challenging times.

Die heutige Podcast Folge ist durch das Buch "Ask Powerful Questions" von Will Wise und Chad Littlefield inspiriert.

044 - In this episode, Chad Littlefield shares teaching strategies you can use to promote engagement and encourage connection in your synchronous and asynchronous online courses. lecturebreakers.com Show notes: https://barbihoneycutt.com/blogs/podcast/episode-44-how-to-create-a-culture-of-connection-in-your-synchronous-and-asynchronous-online-courses-with-chad-littlefield  

In this podcast, Chad Littlefield "turns the tables" and interviews Janine about her upcoming book release Be Brilliant - How to Lead a Life of Influence. Janine talks about how the book came into being and shares stories and insights on the book's concepts and facets.

Chad joined Phil (via Zoom) to talk about being a collaborator instead of a consumer, ways to maximize your use of We! Connect Cards, and his tips for creating conversations that matter. Find out more about Chad and his work here: weand.me

Are you sipping or gulping your connection with others? Chad Littlefield and I connected on-line over a mutual passion around powerful connection that matters. Chad, describes deep connections as those you gulp versus sip. Chad is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc. (www.weand.me)—an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. He is passionate about amplifying connection and belonging – as he said on this podcast “without connection, life really has no meaning”. He is a TEDx speaker and author of the Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections, and most recently, Chad and his partner Will Wise launched their new book, Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter, now a #1 Amazon Bestseller. Listen in as we chat about all things "connection" in this age of isolation and social distancing.

Speakers, Authors, mentors, and anyone that needs to meet people in person for their business have seen tremendous fall offs to their business. And they are hurting big time right now because most events have cancelled. This podcast will talk about how to turn to other scalable opportunities through Amazon selling books, cards, and more. Guest: Chad Littlefield Cofounder of We and Me. Find him on amazon on amazon.com/weWhat is we and me.What’s your business story? Saw the movie Patch Adams. Robin Williams becomes a doctor to go for quality of life. 10 years of med school later, re-focussed my effort from the scalpel to what makes people tick.AdviceStart an email list now, you’ll be happy you did it later.Launch PadStarted launch pad to get on Amazon. Went from once a week, to not traveled in a couple months longest I haven’t traveled in years. Book recommendation: Fanocracy https://www.amazon.com/Fanocracy-Turning-Fans-into-Customers/dp/B082349829/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=FanAcrocy&qid=1586190530&sr=8-1Personal connection for brands. Adele drops confetti - had her lyrics written on it with her handwriting. Deep personal connection.60-70% revenue gone due to Corona Virus COVID-19. Could have been 90% if I didn’t have Amazon.Business based on large groups together.How has Amazon affected your business?Asking Powerful QuestionsChad ask Steven questions on how to improve sales and launch a product with Ask Powerful QuestionsAbout We and Me:Chad Littlefield and Will Wise here, co-founders of We and Me, Inc.Leaders call us when they want to amplify a culture of connection, belonging, and trust. Great leaders know that investing in their people boosts results and increases retention. We are mildly obsessed with relationships, organizational culture, learning & development, connection, trust, and team performance. We design and deliver interactive keynotes, team-building retreats, programs, and workshops that have real impact. And we’ve got the data to prove it. We’d be happy to share our success stories, whether helping tech startups like Typeform.com, Fortune 500 companies like JetBlue, or educational institutions around the world.We believe…Leaders accomplish more by asking powerful questions than by commanding and controllingDeeper human connection fosters more engagement and better performancePeople, purpose, and planet are just as important as profitInteractive experiences have more impact than powerpoint slides because people learn by doingNot only do we believe these things, we are genuinely excited about making them a reality for each organization we work with.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/myamazonguy)

Questions are how we change the world one conversation at a time. And sometimes, that means putting something in between two people that gives them permission to connect with each other. In this episode, I interview Chad Littlefield, co-founder and chief experience officer at We and Me, Inc. an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. Forbes calls Chad a global expert on asking questions that build trust and connection in teams. Chad developed "We! Connect" and "We! Engage" cards which act as a "conversation mid-wife" giving birth to new ideas. Sometimes the barrier between connection and separation is the smallest social risk and the cards assume that social risk for people. It's amazing how learning just one or two small things about somebody creates connection and a sense of teamwork. It's a very simple but powerful concept for strategic planning retreats, conferences, and other groups both small and large. Find out more about We! Connect and We! Engage cards on the We and Me website. Visit: MaryByers.com for links to join the conversation on our social sites.  © 2020 Mary Byers

Chad Littlefield is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc. (www.weand.me)—an organization that creates tools and facilitates experiences that build trust, strengthen relationships, and unify your team. Forbes calls him a... The post 003 – How to Effectively Create A Culture Of Belonging & Trust with Chad Littlefield appeared first on Learn to Win | The Scrimmage Podcast.

Chad Littlefield joins me as our first guest on the show! Chad shares teaching strategies and ideas you can use to break up your lecture, build trust, create authentic conversations, and increase engagement and connection in the classroom.

Ever think about eye contact? Well, if you're like me, it's impossible. Connecting and communicating are key. I converse with Chad Littlefield, a 3 time TED talker, co-founder and the CEO of We and Me about team building in nature with blind groups, creating conversations that matter, real connections, specifity and riding scooters. Yeah, I said scooters!

This episode features guest Chad Littlefield, the Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc., where he’s on a mission to create conversations that matter. Forbes has called him a global expert on asking questions that build connection and trust in teams. Most recently, Chad and his business partner Will Wise launched their new book Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations That Matter. In his interview, get to know a few things about Chad including how his passion for connecting people started back as a kid watching Robin Williams. Chad clues us in on the keys to asking powerful questions, like how to start them. Chad and Amy talk about the true meaning of intention and how Chad views intention as the foundation for all meaningful conversations. Find out what it takes to strike up a conversation with somebody on a bus or a plane, and importantly, learn how not to feel uncomfortable afterward. (Hint, it all starts with intention!) This episode’s full of practical tips that will help you get connecting right away.  Connection is our natural instinct, and asking powerful questions is within our natural curiosity. Get curious and get connecting after this interview with Chad Littlefield. For more tools you can start using right away to connect, visit WeAnd.Me to get Chad’s Connection Toolkit, books, conversation cards, and more!  

I have a special treat for you this week. This will be the first time I’ve had someone back on the show and it’s for a very good reason. My guest is a people expert who inspires organizations and individuals to build real relationships and get real results. Named one of Forbes Top 25 Networking Experts, she is the author of several books including “The Connectors Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact,” which was just released a couple of months ago. For this book, she interviewed over two dozen networking experts, including Marshall Goldsmith, Dorie Clark, Ivan Misner, Susan RoAnn, and yours truly. I feel quite fortunate to be mentioned with this esteemed group - many of whom I’ve interviewed. Connectors think and act a certain way that makes things happen faster, easier, and often with a better result. If you feel like your networking is not translating into results or everyone else seems to be getting ahead even though you are just as smart - then you’ll appreciate the great advice from these connectors. Please join me in welcoming back Michelle Tillis Lederman. Would you leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast? Or Stitcher? They are extremely helpful and I read each and every one of them. Thanks for the inspiration! In this episode we discuss: her new book about connectors, called “The Connector’s Advantage.” how being a connector is on a spectrum that spans from emerging connectors to global super connectors. abundance and scarcity mindsets and why it is important to come from a place of abundance, but also why it is important to not beat yourself up when you experience a moment of scarcity thinking. her method for adding extra opportunity to connect with people by identifying “underutilized time” and using that to call or spend time with other people. the right way to ask for favors. how to be an inclusive connector. Links Michelle Tillis Lederman on LinkedIn and Twitter. www.MichelleTillisLederman.com www.ConnectorsAdvantage.com Books mentioned in this episode: “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels “The Connector’s Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact” by Michelle Tillis Lederman “The 11 Laws of Likability: Relationship Networking … Because People Do Business with People They Like” by Michelle Tillis Lederman “Nail the Interview, Land the Job: A Step-by-Step Guide for What to Do Before, During, and After the Interview” by Michelle Tillis Lederman “Heroes Get Hired: How to Use Your Military Experience to Master the Interview” by Michelle Tillis Lederman Other Resources: Listen to my interview with Andy Lopata. Listen to my interview with Dorie Clark. Learn more about Marshall Goldsmith. Listen to my interview with Dr. Ivan Misner. Listen to my interview with Susan RoAne. Listen to my interview with Chad Littlefield. Listen to my interview with Denise Brosseau. Listen to my interview with Darrah Brustein. Listen to my interview with John Corcoran. Listen to my interview with Jordan Harbinger. Listen to my interview with Michael Lee Stallard. Listen to my interview with Sarah Granger. About Robbie: Robbie Samuels is a keynote speaker and relationship-based business strategist who has been recognized as a “networking expert” by both Inc. and Lifehacker. He is the author of the best-selling business book Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and has been profiled in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Fast Company. His clients include associations and corporations including Marriott, AmeriCorps, Hostelling International, and General Assembly. He has been featured in several books including Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It by Dorie Clark and The Connector’s Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow You...

Chad Littlefield is the co-founder of We and Me, Inc., an organization whose mission is to gently eradicate small talk to create conversations that matter. Forbes calls Chad a global expert on building trust and connection in teams.   CONNECT with Chad HERE VISIT Chad's website HERE LISTEN to Chad's TEDx talk HERE   BeTheTalk is a 7 day a week podcast where Nathan Eckel chats with talkers from TEDx & branded events. Tips tools and techniques that can help you give the talk to change the world at BeTheTalk.com !

Chad Littlefield is the co-founder of We and Me, Inc., an organization whose mission is to gently eradicate small talk to create conversations that matter. Forbes calls Chad a global expert on building trust and connection in teams.   CONNECT with Chad HERE VISIT Chad's website HERE LISTEN to Chad's TEDx talk HERE   BeTheTalk is a 7 day a week podcast where Nathan Eckel chats with talkers from TEDx & branded events. Tips tools and techniques that can help you give the talk to change the world at BeTheTalk.com !

So many of us confront immense trauma and tragedy in life, leaving us to cope with different levels of pain. Quite often this pain can outweigh our coping skills, setting us up for further disaster. We’ve learned through our own lives, the importance of getting the upper hand on this pain before it leads us down a path that is even more difficult to return from. We’ve also had the opportunity to meet and interview people from all over this country, with their own incredible stories of turning pain into purpose. In this episode we pull snippets of interviews with past guests who shared their own personal stories of turning pain into a new purpose. Dave Roever is a Vietnam veteran who was so severely wounded that he was declared KIA. He's endured decades of surgeries and rehabilitation that have the potential to destroy his positive outlook on life. Instead, Dave turned his pain into purpose by using his experiences to help others. Chad Littlefield died alongside his friend Chris Kyle. His family still struggles beneath the weight of their grief, but they choose to use their own pain to honor Chad's legacy. Today they are a large part of Operation Valor, a non-profit serving to support other veteran-based organizations. Bonnie Carroll fell hard into her own grief when her husband died in a military aviation accident. Unable to locate supportive services, Bonnie created TAPS, which is now this nation's largest and most influential tragedy support system for military families. Dr. Sean Stephenson was given a death sentence just moments after he was born. But this remarkable individual defied his doctors' prognosis first by living, and then by going on to lead an extraordinary life. Today Dr. Stephenson is a wildly sought after speaker and highly successful therapist. Join our community & get our complimentary Free Guide: 10 Step to Double Down On Your American Dream. These steps have been used by people across the country as they overcome their own obstacles to personal and professional success. We know they can work for you, too. Visit - https://info.americansnippets.com

“I can’t teach you any trick, any layer, or any tip about “Start questions with these words”, et cetera, unless I share the fact that the outcome of your questions -- the responses to your questions -- are laid in the foundation of intention.” - Chad Littlefield What if the key to building stronger connections with the people we work with started with asking powerful questions? Today’s inspiring expert guest on Finding Brave has made it his life mission to “gently eradicate small talk” in the hopes that it will bring us all closer to what really matters to us all. Chad Littlefield is the co-founder of We!™ and creator of We! Connect Cards, a tool to spark conversations that matter in 50+ countries around the world. He has spoken at TED, and most recently he and his partner Will Wise launched their new book, Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter, now a #1 Amazon Bestseller. As you’ll hear, it all starts with gaining a deeper awareness of our intentions, as well as a genuine curiosity and touch of bravery to get to truly know the people around us. It just takes ones step on our part, but even a tiny act can have profound effects. And you’ll explore with us the idea that small talk can keep us from forging the true bonds we’re longing for, but our efforts at making connection can backfire if we’re not more careful and conscious. To learn more about today's guest, visit: http://www.weand.me/ 

Today's guest's mission is to gently eradicate small talk from the planet.  He is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We!, an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. Leaders call him when they want to amplify connection, belonging, and trust within their organizations. He created We! Connect Cards, a tool being used in 50+ countries to build stronger connections. He has spoken at TEDx, is the author of the Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections, and with his business partner wrote Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter. He has led workshops, trainings, and interactive keynotes for a wide array of companies including JetBlue, Starbucks, Johnson & Johnson, Penn State, and Goodwill. Please join me in welcoming Chad Littlefield. In this episode we discuss: his thoughts on leadership: “My most simple perspective of leadership is being able to create some possibility that otherwise would not have happened without you.” how he transformed into a leader when he learned the powerful art of asking questions. his experience giving a unique TEDx talk about positive social interactions. how he learned the importance of recognizing that no one else is an object on the stage of his life, and how he uses that mindset to truly value others. how he uses an app to create video conversations to connect with people he has just met. his mindset shift away from apologizing for bugging others to offering himself as a service to them. Listen, subscribe and read show notes at www.OnTheSchmooze.com - episode 114

Chad Littlefield and Will Wise are Co-founders of We!™ — an organization whose mission is to create conversations that matter. Chad is a keynote speaker, who has spoken at TEDx and is the creator of We! Connect Cards™, which are now used to create conversations that matter on campuses and companies in over 50 countries around the world. Will has over two decades of experience in custom building leadership programs for corporate and non-profit groups. Together, Chad and Will have launched a new book, Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter, now a #1 Amazon.com Bestseller. What you'll learn about in this episode: Getting clear on creating conversations that matter Small talk vs. conversations that matter Why you need to ensure that there is trust within your organization Communicating with a person based on what they’re doing vs. who they’re being The power of being clear about your intent and sharing it How to not have impossible conversations Low curiosity small talk vs. high curiosity small talk How to increase the climate of belonging in your business Why you should follow your natural genuine curiosity A powerful question to ask yourself repeatedly that will reap great rewards Ways to contact Chad & Will: Website: weand.me Free tools: weand.me/ideas

Chad Littlefield, M.Ed. and Will Wise, M.Ed. are the co–founders of We!™, a consulting practice where leaders call when a lack of trust is getting in the way of results in their organization. Chad is the author of "The Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections." Leaders call Chad when a lack of trust is getting in the way of results at their organization. His passion and energy for connecting people becomes immediately apparent when working with him. Chad has worked as an instructor at Penn State University teaching the art and science of team development and dialogue facilitation. Chad is also the creator of We! Connect Cards™ which are now being used to create conversations that matter within organizations in over 50 countries around the world and on 6 of the 7 continents. (Free deck if you live in Antarctica.) Will is the author of "Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations that Matter" and has been asking powerful questions for over two decades as a corporate development consultant, non-traditional school principal, university instructor, adventure guide and facilitator for team development. Will has earned a reputation as one who can transform groups and people into their best selves. Tens of thousands of people have been empowered with positive communication skills after spending some time with Will and We!™ What you’ll learn about in this episode: How the movie “Patch Adams” sparked Chad with the inspiration that led to him being an entrepreneur The importance of recognizing pivotal moments and shifts in your life The primary driver of doing work that is meaningful How growing up on the streets ultimately helped Will as an entrepreneur Our inability to talk about what’s really important and how that prevents us from doing what our heart desires Maximizing your own potential through conversation The difference between operating as a business vs. a practice How Chad and Will play off of each other and work together in their practice Getting people to realize their business needs help How everything can change when you end your sentence with a question mark instead of a period Using the whole picture perspective to have more success Why you shouldn’t feel like you have to have all the answers The difference between a knowing mindset and an explorer mindset and which one is better Being clear about your intentions in asking questions How to make the job of a leader easier The interesting way Chad and Will met An unconventional tip to determine whether you should go into business with someone or not Common communication issues in organizations A common complaint people make against managers Creating psychological safety in the workplace Why you need to not only listen to your employees, but pay attention to what you’re listening for Ways to contact Chad & Will: 12 free questions and video tutorials for group activities that build trust and engagement: www.weand.me/ideas Ask powerful questions create conversations that matter book launch: www.weand.me/ask-powerful-questions Connection tool kit for leaders to build trust and engagement with their teams: www.weand.me/store

I have the great pleasure of sharing my Theatre of U interview with the energising and dynamic Chad Littlefield.  Chad is the co-founder and CEO of We! and the author of the Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections. Today Chad talks about his personal mission of 'creating moments worth remembering' and how he wanted to be Patch Adams when he grew up. Chad drew cards #37, 22, 3, 52, 27 from the Cards for Uniqueness, Against the Ordinary. You can find out more about Chad at www.weand.me or view his TEDx talks. If you want more info about the podcast, our work or are interested in being featured as a guest then email my team at support@uqpower.com.au and let them know you'd like your turn in the spotlight. Thanks for tuning in, until next time remember all you have to do is #startwithu.

Chad Littlefield was as patriotic as can be. He had a deep gratitude for being an American and a passion for supporting all who serve. Together with his close friend Chris Kyle – known by many as the American Sniper, Chad volunteered his time to help veterans transition from combat to civilian life. Tragically, it was this selflessness that led to his death, when he and Chris were killed by one of the veterans they were helping. While this country lost two great Americans that day, their legacy lives on in those who loved them. Today’s guests are Chad’s brother Jerry Richardson and his mother, Judy Littlefield. Today they carry Chad’s mission with them, doing their own part to ensure his name is not forgotten, and his work continues. If you enjoyed this episode, check out the featured article, video, and more at americansnippets.com/031

Business partners Will Wise and Chad Littlefield have created a unique practice that helps companies ask powerful questions and through that, connect, communicate, and lead more effectively.

On this episode we discuss our experience both as participants and presenters at the University of New Mexico's Mentoring Institute Conference. We presented our Theory of Mentoring Relativity and also listen to several dynamic speakers including our friend Chad Littlefield. Check it out!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/valueaddsvalue/support

Will Wise is a professional question-asker!  As Chief Weologist at We!, Will and his business partner Chad Littlefield help connect people to people and people to ideas. His newly released book, Ask Powerful Questions, is for any leader who is ready for change. At the heart of it all is the importance of establishing trust and cultivating authentic connection. In his role at World In Conversation, in the Center for Public Diplomacy at Penn State University, he trains people—from undergrad students to NATO soldiers—to have meaningful conversations that transform how they see the world. After college, Will joined the Peace Corps and he credits his international experiences with helping him let go of how he sees the world and learning to embrace the other. The themes of exploration, connection and trust permeate both his personal and professional life. These days Will lives in Central Pennsylvania with his wife and 3 young children and he strives to model curiosity and assumption-questioning. In this episode he shares the many ways he does this, the challenges, and the rewards of approaching life this way.   Key Takeaways: Will’s time in the Peace Corps taught him to think differently and approach life in a non-traditional, creative way Explore making your own job and creating something new within the job you have The power of questioning assumptions with clear intentions Will’s work with the Center for Public Diplomacy embraces the power of meaningful conversations. Will and Chad created We! to help people move from a ‘me’ mindset to a ‘we’ mindset. How Will is honing in on his priorities while balancing two jobs, a book launch and a family Choosing to be a learner not an advocate, and curious instead of combative. How to teach your children (and others) to ask "how" and "what" rather than "why" Explaining the Confederate flag to curious children Choosing to be a learner not an advocate, and curious instead of combative.  Links: Ask Powerful Questions by Will Wise This is What Perfect Looks Like by Heather H. House  The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz We! https://weand.me/ Grange Fair in Central Pennsylvania The Bread Sister of Sinking Creek by Robin Moore  

In this episode we're flipping the script. Guest Will Wise is an expert at using questions to create connections. Today, he will be interviewing Amy Climer and demonstrating how to ask powerful questions. You'll learn how to ask better questions through an exciting live Q&A session. What You'll Learn How to ask more powerful questions and create deeper connections with others How to build trust in your team One simple thing your team can do to be more creative today. The vision that drives Amy's focus on creativity - you are a part of it! About Will Wise Will Wise has over two decades of experience custom building leadership programs for corporate and nonprofit groups. He has earned a reputation as one who can transform groups and people into their best selves. Tens of thousands of people have been empowered with positive communication skills after spending some time with Will and We!™ Most recently, Will has also added author to his list of accomplishments with the release of his new book, Asking Powerful Questions. Will lives in State College, PA with his amazing wife, Heather, and their three children. Resources Will Wise's website Will's new book, Ask Powerful Questions Link to free ebook (through Oct 21, 2017) and other free resources (after Oct 21) Episode with Chad Littlefield about How to Ask Questions  The Artist's Way Episodes 03 through 08: The Creative Problem Solving process Weekly Challenge Be aware of what you are curious about and ask questions about it. Ask questions beginning with a "how" or a  "what", not a "why." Take the risk and then listen to see what shows up. Transcript Feel like reading instead of listening? The transcript will be available in a few days. Note: The links on this page may be affiliate links. That means I get a small commission of your sale, at no cost to you. However, I only share links to products that I or my guests believe in. Enjoy them! 

Chad Littlefield has studied questions. He knows how to ask excellent questions that lead to open, intriguing, creative conversations. He explains how to ask useful questions that help people be more creative. Learn tips on how to craft the best questions, build team trust, and increase creativity. What You'll Learn The essential elements of well-crafted questions The reason "why" questions close off creativity How to use questions to drive creativity About Chad Littlefield Chad Littlefield, M.Ed., is the co-founder and CEO of We!™. He has spoken at TEDx and is the author of the Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections. As a speaker and professional facilitator, Chad designs fun, challenging, and engaging experiences and tools that break down communication barriers, and increase connection and engagement. He has worked as an instructor at Penn State University and led the design team who created We! Connect Cards™ which are now being used to create conversations that matter within companies and campuses in over 50 countries around the world. Chad has the privilege of consulting, coaching, and facilitating within organizations like JetBlue, Starbucks, Penn State, Cigna, Typeform, United Way, Goodwill, TEDx and dozens more.  Resources Chad Littlefield's website We! Connect Cards We!™ Newsletter Movie: Patch Adams with Robin Williams Patch Adam's Gesundheit! Institute Amy Climer's Dissertation Episode 60: "Might" it a Mighty Word The Weekly Challenge In the next week, talk with three strangers. They could be people in your daily interactions, like a cashier, and ask them an open-ended question that starts with "what" or "how." The questions need to come from a place of genuine curiosity. In the comments below share what questions you asked and what happened. Transcript Feel like reading instead of listening? The transcript will be available in a few days. Enjoy!

Today we sit down with Chad Littlefield. Cofounder of Weand.me. This is basically a free seminar for anyone that wants to learn about leadership and team building!

Permission to Speak Podcast. Hosted by Leadership Communications Expert Kelly Vandever. Episode #28 - Chad Littlefield. Permission to Speak is the video blog and podcast that loiters at the intersections of leaders who want their people to speak up, technology that facilitates connections, and results that serve an organization’s higher purpose. Topics covered in this episode include: - Creating relationships of trust - World in Conversation - The default questions we ask - Empathy - Creating dialog - Asking different questions to create deeper connections - For example, instead of asking, “How are you?” ask “What do you really care about?” - Another example, instead of asking, “How was your weekend?” ask, “What’s a moment worth remembering from your weekend?” - Incrementally building trust among people - Project Aristotle from Google - Psychological safety - What managers do is very viral - Foundational tool is intention - When you go into a conversation or meeting, share your intention about what’s going to happen - Create a workplace that’s worth showing up to - Positive social risk - Leading by design - Seeking feedback on iterative cycles - We! Connect Cards - Having conversations that matter - Creating a declaration for yourself “I am the possibility that…” - Questions Answered: - How do you teach empathy? - How did you build trust? - How do you build a culture of building a relationship of trust? - How do I change the conversation to build deeper connections at work? - Books & Product Recommended: - We! Connect Cards - Pocket Guide to Facilitating Human Connections by Rod Lee and Chad Littlefield - Ask Powerful Questions: Create Conversations That Matter by Will Wise

Happy Monday everyone! Today on the podcast it's a Zero-In episode, and that means that we scour the internet and cover gun related news articles and listener feedback. Today we cover an affordable bug-out/zombie Apocalypse vehicle, the sentencing of Chris Kyle and Chad Littlefield's killer, Navy Seal accepts Medal of Honor, an Officer fatally shot on her first day, another officer survives being shot 8 times, Delta Force gets the green light to let loose on Isis, and finally we wrap it up with a tip on how to stay engaged when debating an anti-gunner. Enjoy If you would like your question showcased on the Podcast you can email us at Mailbag@wastedammo.com or you can send us a voicemail on our podcast page – just scroll down and use the Speakpipe Widget at the bottom of the page. We love hearing from our listeners! Show-notes can be found at Wastedammo.com/70

The shocking and unnecessary deaths of American Sniper author, Chris Kyle and his friend, Chad Littlefield has brought into our living rooms what we try to put out of our minds. The war is over there we tell ourselves, but the fact is that the war comes home in varying degrees with every veteran, whether it's due to survivor's guilt, PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, mental illness, addictions or loss of limbs. The impact of war is huge, and it affects all of us. The failure of the US Government to provide appropriate services to the soldiers who return home is also apparent here and is quietly on trial alongside Eddie Ray Routh. It's usually left up to the wives, girlfriends, mothers and other women in the returning soldier's lives to take care of them. By default, they are giving the care that professionals should be providing. They have no training, only their love to give. Join us Thursday to learn how one woman is making a difference by educating and supporting these brave women.

Tonight we discuss the trial of Eddie Ray Routh whom killed Chris Kyle & his friend Chad Littlefield that started on 2/11/15, my review of "50 Shades of Grey" and "Kingsman: The Secret Service," Bruce Jenner's accident, and much more. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter at @TheSpilledTea @Doquinn76 @KylieSF @Odaat_webseries and my book @WhoIAmbook

Last week our Texas town was again agonizing over murderous violence. Chris Kyle, the military's most elite sniper, and his friend, Chad Littlefield, were simply trying to help a young veteran suffering with PTSD. At a shooting range the young man turned on them and took both their lives with an automatic pistol. Our entire country is wrestling with this issue of guns and violence, but what did God the Father have to say when the first son born on earth rose up against his younger brother and murdered him?

Last week our Texas town was again agonizing over murderous violence. Chris Kyle, the military's most elite sniper, and his friend, Chad Littlefield, were simply trying to help a young veteran suffering with PTSD. At a shooting range the young man turned on them and took both their lives with an automatic pistol. Our entire country is wrestling with this issue of guns and violence, but what did God the Father have to say when the first son born on earth rose up against his younger brother and murdered him?

TONIGHT 02/07 09:00PM "Chris Kyle in Memorial"   TONIGHT 02/05 09:00PM "Chris Kyle in Memorial"   This evening we remember the life and Navy Seal and Sniper, Chris Kyle and his friend, Chad Littlefield.  Both were killed while trying to help a fellow troop get through those times in Iraq and Afghanistan too difficult to remember and can't ever be forgotten.  People who have never served and even those maybe have will never understand what would cause one to ‘snap' and turn on a fellow soldier.  The truth is, man is not wired for the experience of war and certainly not wired to experience repeatedly over a time of ten years.  The horrors that are war never leave the psyche and re-play like a video machine but with all the senses.  Tonight, we remember those who have given everything and have gotten so little in return.