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Disagree and Commit

Apr 17, 2024
Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss the concept of 'Disagree and Commit'. They highlight the importance of decision-making, empowering individuals to make independent choices, embracing mistakes for growth, and recognizing potential in employees. The podcast explores the balance between dissenting opinions and supporting unified directions in business endeavors.
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Quick takeaways

  • Expressing differing opinions is encouraged during discussions, but full support of the final decision is essential for a healthy work environment.
  • Granting autonomy and responsibility to individuals in decision-making while ensuring oversight for quality and alignment with organizational goals.

Deep dives

Disagree and Commit Principle

The podcast discusses the 'Disagree and Commit' principle applied at 37signals. It emphasizes the importance of expressing differing opinions during discussions but then fully supporting the decision once it's made. This approach, inspired by Bezos, highlights the need for individuals to back decisions wholeheartedly, even if they initially disagreed. It aims to prevent backstabbing or sabotage, promoting a healthy work environment where decisions are respected and supported.

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