Two types of solutions to the problem of groupthink have been suggested.
1. Solutions that seek to
insert particular processes into meetings with the aim to ensuring effective debate and discussion. Organisations should set up several independent groups, working on the same problem. The board should invite outside experts into meetings to discuss key issues. Each member should discuss the group’s ideas with trusted people outside the group (That is, a coach or mentor).
First, and not surprisingly, simply having a debate helps, as can extending the time available for discussion. Likewise, assigning at least one group member the role of devil’s advocate can affect decision-making positively.
2. Insight solutions that focus more on helping teams understand how they make decisions and the politics and biases involved.
Harvard Business School’s Professor Emeritus Chris Argyris says, simply creating debate is of uncertain use when the issues involved are potentially threatening or embarrassing to the participants. His method involves engaging executive groups collectively and individually as a coach/facilitator, giving them feedback, challenging their thinking and using focused exercises to help them reflect on how they operate. Click here to read more..
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1. Solutions that seek to
insert particular processes into meetings with the aim to ensuring effective debate and discussion. Organisations should set up several independent groups, working on the same problem. The board should invite outside experts into meetings to discuss key issues. Each member should discuss the group’s ideas with trusted people outside the group (That is, a coach or mentor).
First, and not surprisingly, simply having a debate helps, as can extending the time available for discussion. Likewise, assigning at least one group member the role of devil’s advocate can affect decision-making positively.2. Insight solutions that focus more on helping teams understand how they make decisions and the politics and biases involved.
Harvard Business School’s Professor Emeritus Chris Argyris says, simply creating debate is of uncertain use when the issues involved are potentially threatening or embarrassing to the participants. His method involves engaging executive groups collectively and individually as a coach/facilitator, giving them feedback, challenging their thinking and using focused exercises to help them reflect on how they operate. Click here to read more..
Read More IIPM Related Articles
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