The matter for discussion diverts from merit alone to personal scorecards. Did I, or another person’s, opinion prevail? Score.
When you relay a story and deem it necessary to state that you were in favor or against the decision, you are using a scorecard. Who cares who came up with the right solution? Is that of the most significance? The solution is right, not because of who proposed or supported the decision, but instead due to the choice.
Those who brandish a personal scorecard likely limit not only the organization’s progress but also their progress. How do we learn from new ideas if we are always keeping score?
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