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MAY 24, 2023 • VOL. 21 ISSUE 21
Hi John,
Have you ever found yourself in disagreement with a group of people? How do you speak up and share your perspective when outnumbered by the majority? Learn more in today’s Q&A and tell us about your experiences in the comments section.
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
How to Hold a Crucial Conversation with a Group
by Brittney Maxfield
It’s one thing to tell a person you disagree with them or give them feedback about a situation, but how do you do this with a group? I am in a situation where everyone seems to be heading in the wrong direction. I disagree with their thinking and their actions, but it appears I’m the only one. What can I do?
Signed, Lonely Dissenter
Group think can be hard to battle. Decisions made en masse have a lot of momentum—if not staying power. But just because everyone may appear to think the same, doesn’t mean their thinking is right. So, how do you speak up if you’re the only one who disagrees? Our research shows that many people avoid saying anything when in your shoes.
Crucial Influence: Leadership Skills to Create Lasting Behavior Change
“At the end of the day, what qualifies people to be called ‘leaders’ is their capacity to influence others.”
Intrigued? Learn where that quote comes from, plus how to increase your influence and become a better leader in this webinar with Joseph Grenny and Justin Hale.
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