Resolving naming conflicts
Resolving Naming Conflicts
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A repeatable process to move from disagreement to a final shared decision.
5 min read|Updated March 2026
Decision workflow
- Move from longlist to 6 finalists.
- Use Compare for side-by-side tradeoffs.
- Run Tournament twice, one run each partner.
- Take top 2 into the Decision Ceremony.
- Record the final pick and archive runner-up notes.
Need a full walkthrough? Visit Decision Ceremony.
Confirm the decision is ready
Move forward when the finalists meet the shared criteria, both partners have had a clear vote, and the top choice still feels acceptable after a pause. A runner-up note keeps the process reversible without reopening every candidate.
Open the next decision tool
If you cannot reach agreement
- Pause the decision instead of forcing another vote immediately.
- Return to the shared criteria and remove names that fail a true non-negotiable.
- Use bridge names or a later conversation rather than reopening the full longlist.
- Read the Decision Ceremony guide when two finalists remain.