Cohl
Miller
Foster
Empathy
Start by sharing feelings and thoughts about the decision with each other.
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Try to understand how others might feel and think about the situation.
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Treat everyone's opinions with respect and kindness, just like you would want others to treat yours.
Foster Empathy
Ensure Active Participation
Make sure everyone gets a chance to participate in the decision-making process.
Encourage quieter members to share their thoughts and ideas too.
Work together as a team and let everyone have a say in the final decision.
Ensure Active Participation
Tips for Collaborative Decision-Making
Seek Consensus and Collaboration
Try to find common ground and areas where everyone agrees.
Work together to find solutions that make everyone happy, if possible.
Be ready to compromise and find solutions that benefit the group as a whole.
Seek Consensus
and Collaboration
Facilitate Inclusive Discussions
Create a safe space where everyone feels comfortable sharing their ideas.
Ask open-ended questions that encourage different points of view.
Listen to what others say and avoid interrupting while they are speaking.
Facilitate Inclusive Discussions
