Questions
The best answer to your question will often not be the first answer.
Therein lies the challenge: at the moment you are asking a question, you are prepared to take the answer and move forward.
This assumes that the other party, of whom you are asking the question, has given equal attention and thoughtfulness prior to this moment.
The meaning of giving space for a question is often construed towards the act of asking the question.
Giving space for a question constitutes two parts: the space for asking as well as the space for thoughtfulness to reply.
The latter cannot always occur in the moment.
As a leader you are accountable to give space for a question.
Ensure that your bias for action does not impede both necessary parts.
Pouring espresso, though useful in itself, does not complete a latte.
You are looking to incite genius.
Genius takes time and space to distill.
Something borrowed, something brewed, and a latte,
- Morning Cup