EmpowerX
Module 01 · Think Like a Founder

Talking to People, Not Guessing

Learn to ask, not assume — and conduct your first real interview

Session 3 · September 22, 2026

Learning objectives

  • Learn open-question technique and active listening
  • Interview one real person about a problem

Tangible output

Notes from one real interview

Completion criteria

  • One real interview conducted
  • Notes captured without leading questions

Material

In this session:

  • Open questions vs. leading questions
  • Active listening
  • Conducting the interview

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