Have you ever confidently expressed your opinion, believing everyone was in agreement, only to later discover you stood alone? This phenomenon is known as false consensus effect, a cognitive bias causing us to mistakenly assume others share our perspective. False consensus effect permeates workplaces, leading leaders to assume unanimous consent from their teams.

I recently worked with a leader who learned this lesson the hard way, confidently leading his team in one direction, only to discover they weren't on board. The key? Before forging ahead, take a step back. Engage your team in meaningful conversations, asking open-ended questions that invite genuine feedback.

Let's explore how to navigate this common pitfall and ensure alignment before charting the course forward in this video.