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Risk, Purpose, and the Power of Asking Better Questions
Season 1 · Episode 1385

Risk, Purpose, and the Power of Asking Better Questions

Shark Theory

October 20, 20256m 15s

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Show Notes

Sometimes the right question reveals more than a thousand answers.

Show Notes: In this insightful Shark Theory episode, Baylor Barbee reflects on a Q&A session with students from the University of North Texas' Professional Selling class—where powerful questions led to powerful realizations. From redefining risk to finding purpose in the moment, Baylor unpacks the wisdom that surfaced during an open conversation about growth, mindset, and meaning.

He also introduces a simple but transformative question—"What was your favorite part of today?"—that can shift your focus, strengthen your relationships, and bring gratitude back into your routine.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why asking better questions is the key to personal and professional growth

  • How to find micro purpose in your daily actions

  • Why "risk" is just another word for opportunity

  • A powerful mindset shift to minimize the weight of your problems

  • The one question that helps you find gratitude every single day

Featured Quote: "Don't chase a big purpose—pour yourself into small ones. When you give your all to every moment, you'll look up and realize you're already living in purpose."