Consider your group discussion as a boxing or judo match, there’s punching and counter punching.
Punching
Is asking questions directly and getting direct answers.
Counter Punching
Is using the weight and the leverage of the what someone says to create momentum in the discussion.
Counter punch tactics
What do you think about what he/she just said? Do you agree or disagree?
What would you add to his/her comment?
What was the best part of what they shared?
Now, strap on your gloves or gi and enter the fray.
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