Ranked choice, dot voting, consensus, anonymous voting — the terms matter because the methods matter. Understanding the vocabulary helps teams choose the right process for each decision.
A method where voters rank options by preference. Winners are determined by eliminating the last-place option and redistributing votes until one achieves a majority.
A voting setup where individual vote choices are hidden. Only aggregate results are visible — not who voted for what.
A prioritisation technique where each participant allocates a fixed number of points across options. Shows relative weight of group preferences across many items.
The process by which a collection of individuals collaboratively select a course of action. Includes methods, biases, and structures that affect outcome quality.
A decision-making approach that seeks broad agreement rather than simple majority. Every participant must be able to accept the outcome, even if it's not their first choice.
Most teams use the wrong method for their decisions — not because they don't care, but because they don't know the options. Understanding ranked choice vs majority, or why anonymous voting changes results, makes the difference between a decision your team owns and one they tolerate.
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