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What does it mean?
Teams thrive when diverse opinions are actively sought and debated.
In plain terms
Encourage people to argue against ideas safely.
What can you take from it?
Conflict improves decision quality.

Where it applies

  • planning meetings
  • problem solving

Putting it to work

  • assign devil's advocate
  • reward constructive dissent

Questions to consider

  • Do we fear disagreement?
  • How do we handle conflict?

Another view

Too much debate can slow down execution.

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