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Consensus Poisons Dynamic Options

Leadership Freak

A camel is a horse designed by consensus. Consensus distills dynamic options into dull decisions. Consensus empowers obstructionists. Never make decisions until theres disagreement. Complex situations have many solutions. People arent thinking when everyone agrees. You havent found the best decision when everyone agrees.

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Why Consensus Doesn’t Work

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Change Management Team Dynamics [link] Building consensus is key in the democratic process. When you have a vote you “have a say” in the outcome. Even if the vote doesn’t go your way, you still had the privilege of having a voice. Voting may be an effective way to elect someone into office.

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Leading Thoughts for November 7, 2024

Leading Blog

Warren Bennis on consensus decision-making: “Emphasis on harmony does not serve organizations particularly well. I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I.

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Quick Decisions: How to Collaborate When You Have to Decide Fast

Let's Grow Leaders

You do need a pulse check from the people: Who are most affected Who will help execute Who might derail you if they’re caught off guard Think of it like collaboration triage : the goal is connection, not consensus. Ask for Contribution, Not Consensus When time is tight, you’re not asking for approval. Don’t wait for full consensus.

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Marketing-Led Post-COVID-19 Growth Strategies

Getting consensus on how to define “qualified leads”. In this eBook, we’ll discuss leading strategies to create a marketing-led growth strategy for 2021 and beyond, including: Positioning your organization for automation. Strategically aligning your systems and teams.

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How to Reach a Consensus Decision and Not Go Around in Circles Forever

Great Leadership By Dan

Consensus building is hard work for a leader – it takes a willingness to “roll the dice” and be open to any alternative. Read my recent post over at About.com Management and Leadership to find out how to involve others in a consensus decision and not have it go around in circles forever. Big egos need to be set aside.

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A Manager’s Guide to Better Decision Making

Let's Grow Leaders

A team makes the decision through consensus. Consensus is often misunderstood. Consensus means that the group continues discussion until everyone can live with a decision. Consensus can take more time and often increases everyone’s. If we can come to a consensus by then, that would be great.

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