Read the Ideas in Action feature in this chapter. For each question, write a one- or two-paragraph answer.

A. Melanie Whelan suggests you should come prepared for every professional conversation. What are three ways you can effectively prepare for these conversations?

B. Whelan says you should start each conversation with a point of view. What do you think this means? How can this help you? In what ways should you be careful with this approach?

C. Whelan says that when you listen to an answer to a question, it will raise at least three more questions. What do you think this means? In what ways can you improve your ability to ask a series of appropriate questions?