People want to be involved and want to be a part of something beyond themselves. When you genuinely guide people to share and then you listen, you build trust and respect. On the other hand, if all the ideas are those being dictated by an autocratic leader, people have a tendency to become disengaged and lack enthusiasm for the group effort. Communicate Communicate honestly and openly. This means you develop an atmosphere where information flows freely.
People are able to express their opinions without the fear of incrimination.
The focus is on the quality of the idea and not the popularity of the individual sharing the idea or possible solution. Encourage all members to volunteer new ideas and solutions. We all know that the only dumb question is the question that isn't asked. Different people see things differ ent ways. Respect the individual and have the patience and courtesy to listen to all questions.