When working with someone in a leadership position to solve a problem, your preferred approach has been to:

• Make sure that he or she gets to make the final decision.
• Exchange information with him or her to solve the problem together.
• Try to find a solution that meets both your needs and the leader's needs.
• Emphasize your expertise and why you should make the decision yourself.
• Be careful with what you say to make sure you don't disagree with him or her.