Obsessed with Objectivity

Objectivity comes from the ability to see the good and bad in all people and situations dispassionately. This requires detaching our emotions from the outcome to arrive at the best possible outcome. Objectivity is key to making sound decisions. Seeing the good and bad in all people and situations is crucial, but it's also important to do so without letting our emotions get in the way. By detaching ourselves from the outcome, we can arrive at the best possible result.

Being open-minded, flexible, and adaptable will help us focus on achieving the best possible outcome. We increasingly improve our chances of success in achieving the best outcomes. One of the most critical skills for any successful leader is prioritizing the greater good over individual recognition. This means valuing what is right over who is right and crediting those who deserve it.

Embracing “cognitive diversity” through feedback from multiple stakeholders helps when looking for areas of alignment with goals and expectations to support the organization's overarching goals. How we, as leaders, develop and improve our objectivity can help us more effectively engage with our stakeholders and seek to create more creative, comprehensive close-ended solutions that empower the collective and support goal attainment through positive interactions and reinforcement.

One effective approach to problem-solving is to find individuals who have a shared concern or issue but may have different viewpoints on the cause and potential solutions. This can create a platform for constructive dialogue and help identify the best possible solutions. By promoting open communication and encouraging diverse perspectives, we can work towards finding effective solutions that benefit everyone involved.

Find people who agree that something is a problem but may not agree on the cause and solutions. This will open up a constructive dialogue that helps identify the best solutions. Remember being obsessed with objectivity is a competitive advantage for leaders, teams, and organizations that have the courage to lean in and have those challening discussions.