Diversity of perspective and opinion provide legitimate discussions. A strong leader does not rebuff disagreement, but encourages it to find the better solution. One must challenge their self-assumptions, yet not be a part of consensus group think. The goal is a group’s aligned action, and the by-product result of this is a leader gaining influence.
However, many struggle with this due to:
- Straight talk does not include generous listening
- Issue disagreements lead to personal conflicts and questioning of capability
Does your organizational culture encourage sharing diverse viewpoints?
