The Power of "Leaving Space": A High-Level Project Strategy

Calling it like it is" feels like leadership, but it’s often just an outdated strategy of intellectual dominance. Nuanced management isn't about being right—it's about being perceptive.

"Leaving space" isn't passive; it’s a tool. When you occupy the entire room with your "correctness," you’re flying a plane with only one window. By intentionally leaving a vacuum, you open the cockpit to multi-angle visibility. By leaving the space open, you finally see what the project actually needs, rather than just what your ego expects.

Next time a project hits a crossroads, resist the urge to "call it like it is." Instead, ask a question and leave the space empty for ten seconds longer than is comfortable. What fills that space might just save your deadline.