The Art of Asking Good Questions

Data scientists can transition from tactical executors to strategic partners by asking better questions that drive product decisions. The content defines three levels of impact, with strategic questioning being the key differentiator that insulates a career from AI threats. High-leverage questions are characterized as decision-linked, ambiguity-reducing, directional, scalable, and non-obvious. A "Question Ladder" framework is presented as a practical tool to help data scientists reframe stakeholder requests, ensuring their analysis leads to meaningful action and elevates the entire team.