Great leaders prioritize asking powerful questions over providing answers, which fosters independent thinking in their teams. Dependency on leaders diminishes innovative potential, while effective questioning encourages alignment and clarity on team goals. By probing deeper into team dynamics, leaders can identify misalignments and essential focus areas. This shift away from direct answers not only enhances problem-solving capabilities within the team but also builds commitment to shared goals amidst differing opinions, ultimately transforming team dynamics and performance.
Most leaders are addicted to being the hero. When pressure builds and teams look for direction, every instinct screams: Give them the answer. Be the leader they need.
When you lead with answers, you stop building a team and you start building dependency. Your people stop thinking for themselves. They wait for you to solve problems they could handle.
Great leaders do the opposite. They ask questions that unlock potential, challenge assumptions, and tap into collective wisdom. Not just any questions, but powerful questions that prompt people to think differently.
True alignment isn't about getting everyone to agree; it's about getting everyone to commit, even when they disagree.
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