I think every opinion matters and need to be heard and respected. When the opinions are heard and respected, team starts to work together towards finding best solution out of many solutions. We should try to remove conflict from this scenario and make it a constructive discussion to choose the best from multiple opinions.

Conflicting opinions are always going to be there. If you're to act as the person who brings the whole team together and lead them towards a certain direction by finding a common ground, then you need to assert the importance of letting all of them speak one-by-one, grab the key points taking notes and break them down further. It is of utmost significance that every team member listens to every other team member carefully and with an open heart up for discussions. It is only then, that the pros and cons of each argument can be weighed meticulously. Hence, you'll achieve a fruitful outcome. You must act as a unifier here and not add fuel to the fire. Communication, Compromise and Prioritize are the key players here.

If you are navigation conflicting opinions on a team meeting 1) Your first priority should be listening to both the parties 2) You must not be biased towards anyone 3) Ask questions regarding the conflicting 4) Try to solve the problem in peaceful manner 5) Give your sincere opinions

The quickest way to find common ground is to focus on the areas where there is agreement. Using a white board you can list all the areas of agreement. Once listed, summarize the goals of the meeting. On the board, using all the areas of agreement, list all the ways the team’s goals can be achieved. Focus all your energy on what can be accomplished, instead of focusing on what can’t be accomplished. Build results based on what can be done based on the areas of agreement.

“Perception is shaped by context — what one person sees depends on where they stand.” I would first acknowledge that it’s natural to have differing ideas and opinions. Then, using a calm and gentle tone, I would guide the conversation toward blending everyone’s perspectives, inviting feedback so that we can collectively find common ground.

A few things which are particularly helpful: - Take all perspectives, particularly those which challenge my personal take. - Involve everyone in discussing the pros and cons of each (in writing). - Think what’s best for the brand and the content in question, go with that. Perks of working with a volunteer-based team: we can usually incorporate everyone’s ideas, at different timelines!

To begin with, make pace with yourself that it is the most common thing to have a different set of opinion but not panic. I would suggest to have a piece of paper where everyone writes the different opinion they have and make sure to write an objective through that. Once it is on paper you can one by one discuss all of them and take a poll instead of just announcing anything. But keep a confirm ground that the last call would be yours!

Conflicts of opinions are inevitable in today's time. In my experience, I approach conflicting opinions by first staying calm and listening without interrupting, ensuring everyone feels heard. Like everyone said, it's important to find a common ground by highlighting shared goals and perspective so that you can blend ideas into a solution that works for everyone. And hence, helps you to pave a unidirectional way. And by blending the best parts of different ideas and remaining flexible, I have been able to build consensus while keeping the team’s overall objective in sight. Empathy and patience are key in these situations. I believe showing empathy and being willing to adjust my stance promotes trust and collaboration.