Critical thinking is a skill worth spending time to develop. By being fully present in relationships and environments, critical thinkers notice things, question things, and connect things. They’re not content with the status quo, but are constantly trying to make it better. However, the line between *thinking* critically and *being* critical is razor thin. Although learning to think critically is a skill, being critical is a snare to avoid for anyone looking to cultivate the influence needed to lead well.