The Power of Building a Team Where Disagreement is Encouraged

In the whirlwind start to your tech venture, you'll hear plenty of opinions. Knowing who to trust with the big decisions isn't just crucial—it's a survival skill. If you're navigating these waters, Elev8or Lab could be your anchor.

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As a founder, it can be tempting to surround yourself with people who always agree with you.

But, I can tell you that I am grateful for having built teams that disagree with me in a healthy way.

Here are a few benefits of healthy disagreement:

• Disagreement breeds innovation. If everyone always agrees, you miss out on the creative friction needed to pressure test assumptions and come up with breakthrough solutions. You need people who bring diverse perspectives.
• Disagreement prevents blind spots. As a founder, there are always gaps in your knowledge or things you haven't considered. Team members who disagree help identify risks and opportunities you may be missing.
• Disagreement shows you have strong, independent thinkers. The last thing you want is a bunch of "yes people" afraid to speak their minds. Disagreement, when done respectfully, is a sign of an empowered team.
• Disagreement makes your ideas better. When people challenge you, it forces you to examine and strengthen your own reasoning. Your plans become more robust after surviving a healthy debate.

Make it about attacking the BIG problem, not your ego.

-Vlada, Founder & CEO at Elev8orlab

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Chew On This Tip Practical Tip: To Boss or Not To Boss?

In our latest "Chew On This" episode with Anna Gandrabura , we got going on a lively debate about ideal leadership styles often employed in startups: Absolute Top-down Bossiness vs. Absolute Collaboration. We didn't do it to pick a side and debate it to death; instead, we worked through which style can best drive startup growth and team dynamics.

The Debate

Bossiness and collaboration often seem like polar opposites in leadership. We discussed the benefits and challenges of each approach. When breaking it down to its most simple, beneficial point for startups, we agreed that:

• Bossiness brings decisiveness and clarity to leadership, speeding up decision-making and establishing clear directives.
• Absolute Collaboration fosters a more inclusive atmosphere, enhancing creative solutions and employee satisfaction.

What To Do Now

1. Assess Your Leadership Style. Reflect on your natural tendencies. Are you more authoritative or cooperative? Understanding your style can help you leverage your strengths and identify areas for growth.
2. Balance Your Approach. Consider situations where a more direct approach is necessary versus when inclusive decision-making could lead to better outcomes.
3. Cultivate Emotional Intelligence. Enhance your ability to read the room. Artificially adjusting your leadership style based on your team's needs can lead to more effective management.

Challenge Yourself

This month, take a moment to reflect on your leadership approach. Are there instances where a shift in style could have led to a better outcome? Try implementing a balanced approach in an upcoming project and observe the impact on team performance and decision-making.

For more insights on how you can develop a flexible leadership style that adapts to your startup's needs, watch our full conversation, where we also explore the nuances of blending bossiness with collaboration to build a thriving business environment.

Watch the full debate and gain more leadership insights here.

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