3. Identify a shared goal
Before you share your thoughts, think about what the powerful person cares about — it may be “the credibility of their team or getting a project done on time.” You’re more likely to be heard if you can connect your disagreement to a “higher purpose.”
When you do speak up, don’t assume the link will be clear. The discussion will then become “more like a chess game than a boxing match.”
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