Why Am I Doing the Thinking for You?

Asking "what do you think?" without stating your own position first offloads cognitive work onto others and slows down decision-making. Instead of vague questions, share your recommendation with reasoning, alternatives considered, and an assumed path forward. This transforms collaboration from "help me think" into "check my thinking," reducing ambiguity and enabling faster decisions. Even when uncertain, stating a position gives teammates something concrete to react to rather than forcing them to do all the analytical work themselves.