How to encourage an equal opportunity to speak
Imagine you're in a meeting when some colleagues start having a side conversation that dominates the meeting.
- First, listen. Wait for an opening.
- Then step in and validate. Ask a question to break the momentum of their conversation. For example, "Can I ask you a question?" followed by "That all sounds very interesting."
- Now redirect by asking, "Can you help me understand how what you're saying relates to the topic on our agenda?" This can help bring them back to the objective of the meeting.
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