Helping Planners Embrace New Ways of Doing Things
When someone suggests a new approach, what’s your first instinct?
- “Why fix what’s working?”
- “Let’s explore the pros and cons”
With a strong need for consistency and predictability, Planners may find themselves urging others to please just stick with the tried-and-true way of doing things. To you, it might feel like you are saving everyone from unnecessary waste of time and energy, but to others it can come across as controlling and close-minded.
🔎 Have you ever noticed someone disengage after you hesitated to entertain their suggestion for a new approach? How quick are you to shut them down and not even hear them out? Are you responding in a way that fosters mutual respect? What mindset can you adopt that might help you stay open to hearing the ideas of others without losing your sense of structure?
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