Asking questions is essential for building empathy, understanding, and trust -- all of which are necessary for group success but are sorely lacking in today's divided political climate. In a time of immense stress among and unusual hostility toward educators, listening and learning are among leaders' most important responsibilities. Fortunately, leaders' listening skills can be greatly elevated -- along with overall effectiveness as leaders -- by simply being more intentional about how and when questions they ask questions. This article offers six ways to do that.