Polarities are two positive values that can feel like opposites, but are both needed for higher-level leadership:
- Task & People
- Action & Reflection
- Consistency & Flexibility
- Stability & Change
- Take Charge & Empower
- Short-term & Long-term
- Transparency & Discretion
When engaged in “either/or” thinking, leaders often over-privilege one of the two polarities, while downplaying the other. Polarity thinking actively builds “both/and” thinking skills, helping leaders cope with complexity, while also stimulating higher-level conversations with their teams.
See article: The Power of Polarity Thinking