A long-time member of your golf committee is reluctant to endorse a tournament format change that the head professional has proposed. Which interaction strategy would likely be most helpful in resolving the situation?

A long-time member of your golf committee is reluctant to endorse a tournament format change that the head professional has proposed. Which interaction strategy would likely be most helpful in resolving the situation?

• A. Involving
• B. Convincing
• C. Avoiding
• D. Compromising

Answer: (A)

Engaging the reluctant member in the discussion and decision‑making process helps resolve resistance by giving them a voice, tapping their experience, and building ownership of the outcome. In a committee, inviting their input allows you to surface concerns about the format, address practicalities, and align the change with the club’s goals, so support feels earned rather than imposed. When people feel heard and see their input can influence the plan, they’re more likely to back the change. Pushing to convince can backfire and deepen resistance, avoiding the issue doesn’t solve it, and moving to a quick compromise without first involving them risks missing important concerns. Involving them first creates collaboration and a sustainable path forward.

Engaging the reluctant member in the discussion and decision‑making process helps resolve resistance by giving them a voice, tapping their experience, and building ownership of the outcome. In a committee, inviting their input allows you to surface concerns about the format, address practicalities, and align the change with the club’s goals, so support feels earned rather than imposed. When people feel heard and see their input can influence the plan, they’re more likely to back the change. Pushing to convince can backfire and deepen resistance, avoiding the issue doesn’t solve it, and moving to a quick compromise without first involving them risks missing important concerns. Involving them first creates collaboration and a sustainable path forward.