Discussion Question #$1$: Why do you think storytelling is such a powerful means of communicating for a leader? How is active listening related to storytelling?

Discussion Question #$2$: What does it mean to say that leaders use communication to act as sensegivers$?$ How do you think this differs from conventional management communication?

Discussion Question #$3$: Board members at some companies open the lines of communication so shareholders can voice their concerns about executive compensation and corporate governance. Do you think this is a good idea? What might be some risks associated with this type of open communication?

Discussion Question #$4$: A manager in a communication class remarked, $$Listening seems like minimal intrusion of oneself into the conversation, yet it also seems like more work.$$ Do you agree or disagree? Discuss.

Discussion question #$5$: Why do you think it is hard for people to use candor when giving feedback to a colleague or direct report? Explain.

Discussion Question #$6$: Some senior executives believe they should rely on written information and computer reports because these yield more accurate data than face$-$to$-$face communications do$.$ Do you agree? Discuss