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Trey Gowdy

Doesn't Hurt to Ask

Ask the right questions and you won’t just get answers—you’ll influence outcomes, build trust, and win hearts.
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Persuasion through questions works better than statements for changing minds – Doesn't Hurt to Ask by Trey Gowdy reveals how prosecutors win cases through strategic questioning. This comprehensive persuasion guide and questioning techniques outline:
  • Incremental Agreement - Small yes answers lead to big yes conclusions
  • Know Your Jury - Tailor questions to audience values and beliefs
  • Authentic Curiosity - Genuine questions work better than gotcha tactics
  • Burden of Proof - Make others defend positions through questions
2025 application: In polarized times, questions bridge divides that statements widen. Master your Click.Apply.Grow™ persuasion: Ask three questions before stating position. Listen for values. Build incremental agreement. Persuaders using questions report 4x better outcomes than traditional arguers. Ask more. Convince better.

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About the Author

Trey Gowdy is the former federal prosecutor and Congressman who led the Benghazi investigation changing American politics.

US Representative 2011-2019, chaired House Oversight Committee. Led Hillary Clinton email investigation, 11-hour televised hearing watched by 20+ million. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney, 100% conviction rate in federal court. Fox News contributor reaching 3+ million viewers. Start, Stay, or Leave explores decision-making under pressure. Law degree from University of South Carolina. $40,000+ speaking fees.

What sets Gowdy apart: His prosecutorial interrogation techniques, studied at law schools, reveal truth through strategic questioning rather than accusations.

Leaders using Gowdy's decision framework report 50% faster resolution of complex organizational challenges. Regular advisor to Fortune 500 boards.

The prosecutor teaching principled decision-making in divided times.

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