You're in a meeting, and your boss asks, "Do you think we should go with option A or B?" You've already made up your mind, but you know you have to pretend like you're unsure. So, you say, "Hmmm, let me think about it..." And then you spend the next 10 minutes deliberating, just to make it seem like you're really considering the options.
But, deep down, you already know you're going to choose option A. It's the obvious choice. It's the one that aligns with the company's values and mission statement. It's the one that will get you brownie points with your boss. So, you're just pretending like you're still undecided, but really, you're just playing along.
æk Pretend to be undecided: it's an art form.
Sometimes, just go with the wrong answer: it's not that big of a deal.
Overthink it: the more time you spend thinking, the more convincing you'll be.