The Best Advice We’ve Gotten
Summary
- A preacher once advised me and Alex that if we don't agree, we shouldn't move forward, which became a core principle in our decision-making.
- In relationships and partnerships, it's crucial to consider multiple perspectives and share information to reach the best decision.
- A decision doesn't mean both parties equally like it; it means both agree it's the best path forward.
- Our partnership taught me that incorporating diverse viewpoints often leads to better solutions.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing a principle in your decision-making that focuses on agreement rather than just a liking for a plan. When facing a decision, ensure that all involved parties agree that it's the best path, even if it isn't everyone’s favorite choice. This simple guideline can help in avoiding conflicts and ensures that choices are well-thought-out.
A good way of doing this is by encouraging everyone to share their thoughts and consider all perspectives. Hold open discussions where each person’s opinion is welcomed and valued. Listen carefully, and weigh the pros and cons together. This approach can often lead to more innovative and effective solutions because you’re drawing from a broader pool of ideas.
In partnerships or collaborations, use this strategy to build a stronger, united front. When decisions are backed by mutual agreement, it’s easier to move forward confidently. Apply this learning to both business and personal relationships, ensuring that decisions are collaborative.
Another action is to be open to diverse opinions. This doesn’t cost anything but can bring high value to your problem-solving skills. Encourage diversity in your team or circle to continuously improve decision-making processes. The journey through different viewpoints can often show you paths you didn’t see before.
Finally, make this a habit over time. Start with small decisions and gradually include it in bigger ones. This way, it fits naturally into your decision-making style.
Full Transcript
a preacher at a church met with me and Alex and he said if you don't agree don't move forward a lot of people see us and think okay but like who makes the decision and we actually follow that piece of advice because what that taught me in our relationship is that the best decisions are the ones where we've considered the most amount of perspectives and we have shared information and we both agree on the path does that mean we both like it equally no but we agree that's the one to move forward but I think that what our partnership taught me is that multiple perspectives usually make a better solution
