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It is important to practice neutrality in such a scenario. Create a dedicated space for both team leads to discuss their perspectives openly. Encourage both parties to listen attentively without interrupting as this enhances respect and better communication. Understand the concerns and motivations behind each team lead's position. This gives you a clear view of the context. Identify areas where both team leads agree as this helps in building a common ground. Help both team leads communicate effectively and find solutions.If the disagreement is escalating, consider bringing in a mediator or facilitator.
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Bringing two team leads with opposing views to a consensus requires finding common ground and shared objectives. Start by focusing on the project’s ultimate goals, reminding both parties that their alignment is critical to success. Encourage them to openly discuss their concerns and listen to each other’s reasoning. Then, explore compromises or alternative solutions that address the core of their disagreement while maintaining project integrity. Sometimes, reframing the conversation around collective achievement can shift focus from individual preferences to shared outcomes, making consensus easier. Effective communication is power!
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Para resolver o desacordo entre dois líderes de equipe sobre cronogramas, comece reunindo-os para uma discussão aberta e colaborativa. Facilite a conversa, focando nos objetivos comuns e nas necessidades do projeto. Explore as razões de cada um e busque entender suas preocupações. Utilize dados e evidências para embasar a discussão e busque uma solução que equilibre as prioridades de ambos. Garantir um compromisso mútuo e claro pode ajudar a alcançar um consenso eficiente.
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Firstly, recognise that diversity of thought and perspective is essential to high-performing teams.
Then, try to align their values to glue them back together after a difference of beliefs.
When team leads clash over timelines, the real challenge isn’t disagreement—it’s understanding.
Start by framing the conversation around the shared goal of project success.
Acknowledge the Rashomon effect, where both leads perceive the same issue differently, and create space for them to explain their perspectives.
Have each lead present a correct version of the other’s argument. (Steelman)
This process builds empathy and deepens understanding.
Finally, align their focus onto the problem, not each other.