Theme: How to ask high-signal questions that spark actual replies

❌ The Problem

Most questions in online communities get ignored because they’re:

• Too broad (“Any advice on growth?”)
• Lazy (“What tools should I use?”)
• Lacking context or effort

Low-effort questions = low-effort responses (or none at all).

✅ The Formula for High-Quality Asks

A good question shows you’ve thought deeply. Here’s a simple formula:

[Specific goal or problem] + [What you’ve already tried] + [Where you’re stuck or uncertain]

This invites people to collaborate, not just solve something for you.

🛠️ Bad → Better Examples

🟥 Bad:

“How do I grow my newsletter?”

🟨 Okay:

“What’s worked for you when growing a newsletter?”

🟩 Better: