5d • General discussion
Leading Up Without Losing Your Spine
How do you tell a senior leader they’re wrong?
If you've been in a leadership position, you have probably encountered this.
If leadership—especially with peers—is best exercised by example, what does that look like when the person above you holds the authority?
Leading up is not about confrontation or compliance. It’s about judgment, timing, and credibility. It’s about deciding when to speak, how to frame the issue, and whether your intent is to protect standards or protect yourself.
Most leaders don’t fail because they stay silent once. They fail because silence becomes their default.
Questions to consider before you comment:
- When was the last time you disagreed with a senior leader—and what did you do?
- Did you lead with facts and intent, or did you defer for comfort?
- Are you building enough trust and competence to be heard when it actually matters?
Comment: Where are you currently choosing compliance over leadership—and what’s the cost if you keep doing it?
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Leading Up Without Losing Your Spine
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