2Make time for one-on-one conversations and feedback.
NO.
While big group meetings are great for team building, they're not so conducive to
generating honest conversations or feedback. Some people may not feel comfortable
speaking candidly in front of a larger group, or may put a better spin on their feelings to
avoid creating conflict.
Try this
To ensure that everyone feels included and heard,
make time to regularly connect with team members
you don't normally talk to. Regardless of who's included
in the conversation, it's always important to explicitly
encourage open and honest feedback - especially
when you know a team member would like to speak
candidly.
3Limit work communications to working hours.
Try this Be sure to add a note that the email can be read, responded to, or actioned on
during the next working day - whenever that may be for your team member.
Clarifying response expectations takes the pressure off of the recipient to
respond immediately, reinforces the fact that they won't be penalized for
not working during off hours, and ensures they take the appropriate time to
enjoy their time off. Plus, if you have a global team, this method also helps to
establish clear working hours across different countries and time ones.
Leave work at work. While there are definitely exceptions to the rule, working hours are
set in place for a reason - your wellbeing! We've all been there: maybe you only received
a response on something late in the day, or you had a stroke of inspiration after hours.
Whatever the reason, if you need to send emails after hours or on the weekends, avoid
putting the burden on the recipient.
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WELLNESS