Acknowledge Downsides and Dissent in Decisions

Acknowledge Downsides and Dissent in Decisions

Use phrases like ”adopted despite” to list the known downsides of the chosen option. This formally acknowledges dissenting viewpoints and trade-offs directly within the decision record. It helps people feeling more heard and provides a more complete picture of the...
Acknowledge Downsides and Dissent in Decisions

Decompose Large Decisions into Smaller Ones

Break large, multifaceted decisions into a series of smaller, more focused ones. This isolates areas of disagreement, allowing the team to make progress on the majority of points. It prevents a single objection from derailing the entire initiative. It also avoids...