The Art of Asking Better Questions (At Home and at Work)

The Art of Asking Better Questions (At Home and at Work)

From Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman by Jon Vroman

April 9, 2026 · 45 min · Episode 542

About this episode

Michael Diettrich-Chastain discusses the importance of asking better questions in both personal and professional contexts.

Michael Diettrich-Chastain is a new VIP Front Row Dads member, father to Juniper with another baby on the way, and the founder and CEO of Arc Integrated, a leadership development consultancy. He's spent years helping leaders ask better questions of their teams. In this conversation with Jon, he breaks down how those same skills apply to being a better husband and father. They get into: → The shadow side of being a question asker (and how curiosity can backfire) → Why your energy matters more than your words (anxiety is excitement without the breath) → How DISC styles change the way you should approach a conversation → Stop coaching your kids. Start connecting with them. → The check-in rituals Michael uses with his wife Robin → A simple question Michael asks teams that unlocks what they're not talking about If you've ever caught yourself asking a question to make a point instead of to actually understand someone, this one will land. _________________________________________ 📚 Want to win at home and in business? These are the books that helped high-performing dads create deeper relationships and stronger lives—without sacrificing success. 👉 Get the list…

People in this episode

Host: Jon Vroman

Guest: Michael Diettrich-Chastain

Topics covered

  • asking questions
  • leadership
  • parenting
  • communication
  • relationships

Keywords

  • questions
  • curiosity
  • communication styles
  • parenting
  • leadership development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Arc Integrated

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