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Calibrated Questions (Voss)
Ask with "how" and "what" not "why" — opponent solves your problem.
Goal
Use Voss questions to make opponent propose serving solutions.
Steps
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Instead of "why want?" say "how can I do this?"
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Opponent thinks vs reacts.
Evidence base
School: FBI Hostage Negotiation
Founders: Chris Voss (2016)
Voss "Never Split the Difference" 2016.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Calibrated Questions (Voss)" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Calibrated Questions (Voss)"?
Opponent thinks vs reacts. In the short term: Proposes serving solutions.
Is "Calibrated Questions (Voss)" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on FBI Hostage Negotiation (Chris Voss (2016)). Voss "Never Split the Difference" 2016.
Is "Calibrated Questions (Voss)" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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