The Naysayer

Difficult Participants
Trigger / When to Use

Constant negative pushback

Quick Response

I hear your concerns. Let's park those and explore 'what if it could work?' for 5 minutes.

Detailed Tips
  • Acknowledge concerns are valid
  • Channel into constructive "How Might We" framing
  • Ask them to propose alternatives
  • Have private 1:1 during break if persistent
Prevention

Establish "Yes, and..." rule at session start

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