Take a consultative approach-- initiate a conversation focused on outcomes. Ask them what it is that they are trying to accomplish. Go deeper, ask what does s

Take a consultative approach-- initiate a conversation focused on outcomes. Ask them what it is that they are trying to accomplish. Go deeper, ask what does success look like to them. Understand that some of these Old Exec Duffers are looking to you for guidance and expertise. They need & want options.