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The Mutiny Minute
- 2. Let’s imagine you've been granted one minute each day to respectfully mutiny against any aspect of your organization.
- 3. How would you use this mutiny minute to positively rock the boat?
- 4. Every organization needs "Certified Contrarians" to uncover blind spots and challenge groupthink…
- 5. But the spirit should be warm-hearted rebellion, not antagonistic troublemaking.
- 6. The Perils of Unchecked Dissent Mavericks Threaten Stability Anonymity Removes Accountability Dissent Without Discipline = Anarchy
- 7. Even "Cognitive diversity" is often a euphemism for promoting fringe perspectives.
- 8. So how can we build a culture of candid ideas, and the humility to sincerely consider them?
- 10. No topic, assumption or practice is off limits to constructive challenge.
- 12. Critique ideas openly, not from behind a mask. Be open, yet kind.
- 14. Vigorously debate concepts without making it personal. Criticize concepts, not colleagues.
- 16. Be prepared to air unpopular perspectives. The value of dissent does not rely on its popularity.
- 18. Changing your mind in the face of new evidence is smart, not weak. Value truth over ego.
- 20. Critique for the greater good, not to score points or get even.
- 21. No Whining.
- 22. Complaining without viable solutions is unproductive.
- 24. Judge concepts on merit, not just who raised them.
- 26. Listen deeply. Understand objections before refuting them.
- 27. House Rules
- 28. Pass Or Participate. Keep It Short. Facilitation In Rotation. Respect The Clock. Strive For Balance. Don’t Take It Personal. Capture Key Insights.
- 29. Take risks. No dissent is too provocative during your minute.
- 30. Talk Like A Pirate How… would your work change if evaluated on environmental impact over financials? What… is an idea you once dismissed that merits revisiting with an open mind? If… another culture/region led similar work, what could their mindset/methods offer us?
- 31. Aaaarrrgh!
Editor's Notes
- Mavericks who relentlessly undermine traditions threaten Stability, Anonymity Removes Accountability, and Dissent Without Discipline can devolve into Dangerous Anarchy.
- First of all, Question Everything. No topic, assumption or practice is off limits to constructive challenge.
- Criticize concepts, not colleagues. Vigorously debate concepts without making it personal.
- Criticize concepts, not colleagues. Vigorously debate concepts without making it personal.
- Be prepared to air unpopular perspectives. Lone voices may offer insights that the mainstream misses - The value of dissent does not rely on its popularity.
- Be prepared to air unpopular perspectives. Lone voices may offer insights that the mainstream misses - The value of dissent does not rely on its popularity.
- Changing your mind in the face of new evidence is smart, not weak. Value truth over ego.
- Critique for the greater good, not to score points or get even. Sincere dissent aims at better solutions.
- Critique for the greater good, not to score points or get even. Sincere dissent aims at better solutions.
- Keep it Constructive - complaining without viable solutions is unproductive.
- Keep it Constructive - complaining without viable solutions is unproductive.
- Listen deeply. Understand objections before refuting them. Dissenters may grasp something you do not.
- Listen deeply. Understand objections before refuting them. Dissenters may grasp something you do not.
- Here are some suggested House Rules for executing the "Mutiny Minute" at meeting openings: Participants take just 1 minute to respectfully voice an unpopular opinion, present a concerning assumption, or propose an radical idea on any topic. Participation is optional, but aims to elevate unheard voices. This isn't a soapbox - Stick to 1 minute. All voices hold equal weight - Rotating facilitation prevents a vocal few from dominating. Respect the minute - No critiquing others during their Mutiny Minute. Surface concerns but also propose solutions or alternative visions. Don't take it personally - Mutiny Minutes question ideas, not individuals. Our aim is surfacing dissent strategically to make decisions fuller, produce better outcomes and increase buy-in over the long run through informed processes.
- Here are some suggested House Rules for executing the "Mutiny Minute" at meeting openings: Participants take just 1 minute to respectfully voice an unpopular opinion, present a concerning assumption, or propose an radical idea on any topic. Participation is optional, but aims to elevate unheard voices. This isn't a soapbox - Stick to 1 minute. All voices hold equal weight - Rotating facilitation prevents a vocal few from dominating. Respect the minute - No critiquing others during their Mutiny Minute. Surface concerns but also propose solutions or alternative visions. Don't take it personally - Mutiny Minutes question ideas, not individuals. Our aim is surfacing dissent strategically to make decisions fuller, produce better outcomes and increase buy-in over the long run through informed processes.
- Homogenous cultures and consensus thinking hamper growth.
- So Take risks. Voice bold critiques and unorthodox ideas. No dissent is too provocative during your minute.
- Instituting brief daily dissent can profoundly improve critical thinking skills, create more inclusive group dynamics, and normalize speaking truth to power. So let me know what do you think - could the Mutiny Minute spark positive change in your organization?