Do you sometimes let false claims lead your discussion? Do you know people who treat suggestions like decisions? Do you know situations in which actions are derived based on false assumptions or personal preferences only? Then, some relevant differentiations will help you, make thinking fun, and protect you from false conclusions, gross nonsense, and weak or half-hearted solutions. Here are 9 relevant differences that you should master in your mind and use them with your voice:
Pressure creates counter-pressure – so if you want to put someone in their place or even teach them, you better ask yourself this question first: "What does s/he need so that I get what I want?" This question avoids a direct escalation and typically makes you find better solutions than the question: "How do I position myself strongly (enough) here?" How to train this thinking style with 5 reflection questions:
"S/he who asks leads" – why do we do it so rarely, then? Have you noticed that most people prefer to give answers rather than asking questions? Why don't we use the potential of well-posed questions that can be clarifying, activating, goal-oriented, broadening perspectives, promoting innovation and helping in decision-making? Which of the most effective and compact solution methods only consists of 4 question versions?
Many leaders find it difficult in their role to make demands or tell others what to do. Own beliefs and assumptions make us feel uncomfortable when it comes to defining tasks, delegating, or giving feedback. A modern understanding of leadership can provide some relief: I am not there to set demands, but to encourage people to make decisions while pursuing a joint goal. You can show backbone and literally stand upright and firm. Clarity and determination are not only showing confidence, but are also fair and cooperative. How does that work? In a conversation, it needs just 6 steps:
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