When managing team conflicts over risk tolerance, it's important to listen to everyone's concerns regardless of what position they are holding and understand their perspectives. Encourage open communication as much as possible with respect so team members feel heard and respected. Then, work together to find a balance between taking risks and playing it safe. Rather than making decisions alone, include everyone in the task so that they don't just feel included but also the risk of it all going wrong will decrease. By considering both cautious and bold ideas, you can make a decision that feels fair and helps move the team forward, even if it's a compromise.

Segundo o COSO ERM devemos definir o apetite ao risco – a organização define o apetite de risco no contexto da criação, preservação e realização de seus valores com processos definidos. Elabore uma política de gestão de riscos ou gerenciamento de riscos corporativos e estabeleça as métricas e metodologias para definição dos limites operacionais e grau de responsabilidades e a organização deve avaliar quais são as estratégias alternativas e o impacto potencial no perfil de risco, conforme tamanho, porte e complexidade dos negócios, conhecido no mundo corporativo como sendo o plano B, C, D ou alternativas que favoreçam o negócio.

A melhor estratégia é o mapeamento dos riscos com a equipe - assim teríamos o envolvimento, o entendimento de todos quanto aos riscos. Depois faria uma classificação daquilo que é aceitável ou não e em análise com a equipe para chegarmos a um consenso. Com a participação de todos temos: o envolvimento, a clareza do tema, o entendimento, a análise e a decisão daquilo que é tolerável dentro de uma perspectiva de transparência e consenso de todos os envolvidos.

Navigating team conflicts over risk tolerance is like being the referee in a game where one side wants to sprint and the other prefers a careful stroll. To ensure decisions benefit everyone, I’d start by digging into each side’s concerns—why some team members are more risk-averse and why others are ready to leap. Then, it’s all about creating a balanced approach: we can structure decisions to include calculated risks that promise growth but with safeguards that prevent things from going sideways. By framing the conversation around shared goals and using data to back up choices, we create a roadmap that moves forward at a pace everyone can live with—keeping both the cautious and the bold on board.

Navigating team conflicts over risk tolerance requires empathy and a clear vision. Start by fostering an open discussion where each perspective is valued; understanding team members’ risk preferences can uncover insights into their priorities and concerns. Define a common goal and weigh decisions against it—clarify how taking or avoiding certain risks aligns with the company’s mission and long-term vision. Finding a balance often involves compromise, such as phased approaches or contingency plans to address high-stakes moves. Ultimately, aligning on shared values ensures decisions reflect collective interests. Thanks, and all the best!