“How’s your week going so far?” – why this question works

Most meetings start the same way.

A few comments about the weather. A quick complaint about traffic. Then everyone gets down to business.

There’s a better opener:

“How’s your week going so far?“

It’s simple, but it gives people something real to answer.

Instead of jumping straight into the agenda, you give the other person space to share what’s actually happening in their world. Maybe they’re having a great week. Maybe they’re dealing with a deadline. Maybe they just got back from vacation.

You learn more in 30 seconds than you would from five minutes of small talk.

You don’t need to be naturally chatty to use it. Just ask the question and pay attention to the answer.

One genuine exchange can make the rest of the conversation easier, more productive and more human.

Quick win

Try it before your next meeting:

“How’s your week going so far?“

Then listen. And see where it takes you.

💬 Do you have a go-to opening question?