What Does “Choose Your Battles” Mean?

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Have you ever worked with a leader who would regularly turn a small disagreement into a big fight? Perhaps he had a hard time deciding what hills to die on. Or perhaps she didn’t know how to choose her battles. 

Choosing your battles is not about avoiding conflict. It’s about deciding which conflicts to engage in.. When you engage in every small disagreement, you don’t have the time and energy to engage in more significant matters. This is why choosing your battles is importan...