Suspending judgement

In leadership, this ability to slow down thought, suspend judgment, and use language that encourages personal insight is crucial.

Suspending judgment allows leaders to create a space where individuals feel safe to explore their own ideas without fear of criticism. This openness helps teams move beyond directive communication, discovering their own solutions and fostering creativity.

By creating a reflective environment through metaphor and open-ended dialogue, leaders promote deeper understanding, adaptability, and genuine transformation.

This approach shifts leadership from control to empowerment, facilitating lasting change.

Source picture: Rein Kooyman (Dutch)