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Withholding Leader's Position to Avoid Groupthink

To avoid prematurely influencing the group's decision-making process, a leader can withhold their own stance on an issue until all other members have expressed their views. This encourages open dialogue and reduces the likelihood of conformity-driven groupthink.

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Updated 2025-10-09

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