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“To diagnose whether your colleagues have created real or sham options, poll them for their preferences. If there’s disagreement, that’s a great sign that you have real options. An easy consensus may be a red flag.” quote by Chip Heath
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““To diagnose whether your colleagues have created real or sham options, poll them for their preferences. If there’s disagreement, that’s a great sign that you have real options. An easy consensus may be a red flag.””

Chip Heath

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Real options show disagreement; consensus may hide lack of true choice.

In simple terms: Disagreement signals real options; easy agreement may be false.

Key Takeaway

Seek disagreement to test option validity.

Themes

decision making leadership strategy

Mood

critical analytical

Type

advisory strategic

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • product development
  • strategic planning

Key Concepts

option analysis group dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you encourage dissent?
  • What signals indicate a false consensus?
A Different Perspective

Consensus can mask hidden assumptions.

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