Team Decision-Making, focus specifically on the "Abilene Paradox" (pages 183-185). Explain what is an "Abilene Paradox". 

1. Describe why you believe it happens. Bonus five points if you can add a personal example from your experience or one you've observed. 

2. In your opinion, what is a "devil's advocate"? Give an example you may have experienced, or observed.

3. In your opinion, what is "herd mentality"? Give an example you may have experienced, or observed.

4. What do you think is/was the best strategy to avoid the Abilene Paradox? (pages 184-185)

 

Reference: Thompson, Leigh (2018). Making the Team: A Guide for Managers, 6th edition., Chapter 7

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