Even if they all looked at the same evidence—and there’s likely to be some variation—it is unlikely they would all reach precisely the same conclusion. They are different people. They have different educations, training, experiences, and personalities. A smart executive will not expect universal agreement, and will treat its appearance as a warning flag that groupthink has taken hold. An array of judgments is welcome proof that the people around the table are actually thinking for themselves and offering their unique perspectives.
