Don’t assume, ask

Don’t assume, ask

Don’t assume, ask starts from one simple belief: better questions lead to better conversations, better decisions and better results.

Leadership Unraveled set out a way to look at leadership across three levels: yourself, your team and your organization. Don’t assume, ask is the practical next step, built around seven leadership questions that help you create more impact together with your team.

Inside the book

  • Seven leadership questions you can use this week
  • Short, real stories from business, sport and home
  • Ready-to-use tools, templates and checklists
  • Ask scripts, do-sheets and a 90-day guide
  • Built on the leadership philosophy of Leadership Unraveled
Available 10 November 2026 · in English and in Dutch · published by Pelckmans

Seven questions that change how you lead

1

Objective

Do we have a shared goal that is clear enough to act on?

2

Clarity

Do people know it, and what it means for their own work?

3

Engagement

Do they want it? Is there real meaning and ownership?

4

Capability

Are they able? The right skills, tools, time and support.

5

Autonomy

Are they allowed to act, with clear decision rights?

6

Safety

Do they dare to speak up, try, err and learn out loud?

7

Delivery

Do they deliver consistently, and turn results into learning?

Rooted in the Leadership Unraveled philosophy

At Business Markers we act as Sherpas. We guide you³ (you, your team and your organization) toward your own summit. Leadership Unraveled gave leaders a structured way to look at self, team and organization. Don’t assume, ask turns that thinking into daily practice.

Seasoned business leader working on the intersection of leadership and strategy, fostering growth in individuals, teams and organizations.

Helps you³ focusing on what will have impact, creating excitement for change through storytelling, and delivering value for all your stakeholders.

Works from the heart and the head, is highly curious, and loves to connect with a purpose.

ICF-certified coach, and co-author of Leadership Unraveled.