When was the last time you genuinely tried to understand a perspective that challenged something you deeply believed? “Strong opinions, loosely held” is a trait I greatly admire. It means forming a decisive view based on the best information available while remaining willing to change that view when new evidence or insight emerges. That may sound simple, but I have found it to be quite rare, especially among visionary leaders who can easily fall in love with their own ideas. Conviction is a necessary ingredient in any worthy endeavor, but humility keeps you from confidently moving in the wrong direction.