About

convokickstarter was created to start conversations! Our question generator contains hundreds of questions that will kickstart a conversation with anyone and keep everyone engaged.

convokickstarter was created by Birmingham, Alabama based Matthew J. Painter, PhD, an experienced professional in management, Organization Development, and collegiate business instruction. He is the Founder and Principal of Straitpath, a boutique management consulting firm that specializes in optimizing organizational performance. Matthew presents at national conferences, publishes articles, and is the subject matter expert for webinars and podcasts. He is a six-sigma yellow belt and a certified facilitator in Everything DiSC, 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, Driving Forces, and Process Consulting. Matthew received a Game Changer Award from Workforce Magazine. He is very passionate about fostering harmonious and high-performing corporate cultures. He has an undergraduate degree in Business Management / Health Care Administration, a Master’s degree in Strategic Leadership, and a Ph.D. in Business Administration: Organizational Psychology.

Let’s get past the superficial and the everyday transactions of life and take our relationships and growth to a whole new level. Instead of talking about the weather every day, use convokickstarter to break the ice, start a deeper conversation, debate life, or prepare for marriage.

Anytime is the easiest of the categories. Use this generator to break the ice with new acquaintances or to have fun with old friends.

Think is designed to be a bit philosophical. Be prepared, it asks deeper questions about life.

Grow is a great way to reflect on the journey to be our best. Think of this tool as a mechanism for discipleship, mentoring, or becoming a better citizen.

Date is the best way to learn about a potential mate. If you don’t know what to ask or need a safer way to inquire, use this tool to cover important topics before taking the plunge. It can also be used to grow an existing marriage.