“May I Ask a Question?”

Have you ever been asked a question that made your mind go blank, as if an earthquake had struck inside your head?
Or have you ever hesitated to ask something out of fear that it might sound foolish?

If so, you might be Korean.

Korean society, influenced by Confucian culture, places great importance on respecting elders and authority. Additionally, due to a long history of colonial rule and the Korean War, the country focused on rapid economic growth, often at the expense of fostering a culture of questioning. Even in schools, students who asked questions were not always welcomed. Many were taught to pretend they understood everything, to memorize instead of truly understanding. In an education system that emphasized rote learning, simply finding the “correct answer” was enough—there was no real need to ask questions.

However, we all know that asking questions is crucial.
Questions have incredible power.

The Power of Questions
1.They expand our thinking and stimulate creativity.
When we are asked a question, our brains immediately start working to find an answer. You may have noticed yourself trying to break away from conventional thinking when faced with a thought-provoking question.

2.They help us identify the essence of a problem and accelerate solutions.
A well-crafted question can uncover the core of an issue. Sometimes, the answer is hidden within the question itself.

3.They drive innovation within organizations and strengthen relationships.
Discussions sparked by questions can transform organizations and enhance communication between people. The moment you ask a question, change begins.

4.They fuel personal growth and learning.
Try asking yourself meaningful questions. It can become a powerful habit for self-improvement.

“The Power of Questions That Drive Organizational Innovation”
Recently, Kwon Young-bum, CEO of YoungLimWon Soft-Lab, published a book titled “The Power of Questions That Drive Organizational Innovation.”
In this book, he highlights the importance of questions in building a horizontal corporate culture where individuals and organizations grow together.

Through historical case studies and real-life business successes and failures, the book emphasizes that asking the right questions is the key to innovation and progress. It also provides practical insights, such as:
-How to distinguish between good and bad questions
-How to facilitate communication across different generations
Notably, the book is structured in a comic format, making it easy for anyone to relate to and understand.

Fostering a Culture of Inquiry
At YoungLimWon Soft-Lab, all employees will read this book and write a review, which will then be put to a vote.
The employee who writes the most outstanding review—chosen by their peers—will receive a significant reward!
In a future update, we’ll introduce the winner and share their review with you.

Starting today, why not make a habit of asking better questions?

“Why not try the fascinating app, EverAsk?”