Increase Virtual Interactions, Play a Gracious Host
Working virtually means more time spent in interactions with team members. The amount of time spent planning for communication and in the act of communicating itself is at least double what it is for a co-located team. In addition to the formal meetings, the virtual...Pivot and “AND”
If we have hope, are grateful, and believe, then we inspire and move each other forward in a positive way. Many leaders are inspiring me by how they are stepping up to the challenges of Covid-19 and pivoting. My hope is that an improved culture will rise out of this...13 Ways for Facilitators to Promote Interaction Virtually
As a facilitator of a virtual meeting, interaction is key to success. To create interaction, communicate in a way that supports it, here are some tips that will help in achieving interaction: No monologues – no more than three sentences before forcing an interaction...Virtual Teams Do Better When They Slow Down to Speed Up (Planning Works!)
Slowing down to speed up is the best practice for any team, but even more so for virtual teams. In practical terms, this means taking the time upfront to set expectations. Create processes for how the team will interact, put in place the appropriate technology and...Virtually, It’s the How, Not the What: Communication Plan and Team Operating Agreements
Virtual best practices are different, but the end goal to deliver results is the same. In a virtual team, the focus is on how to interact with the team, the process of communication itself. Being virtual removes the physical proximity, which in turn takes away...Six Virtual Team Best Practices
“They don’t get it!” is a cry of frustration too often heard from managers of ineffective virtual teams. What they don’t get is what is expected to be delivered, or when it was due, or the ballooning costs. That lack of urgency and drive to get things done—something...Gossip or Gratitude?
Without gratitude, organizations are unhealthy, thankless, fear-filled, gossipy, and self-ruminating. People are stressed and do not readily let go of anger. Decisions and actions come from experience, fear, unreasonable deadlines, apathy, or ignorance. Gratitude is...Gratitude – Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll?
Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll was the catchphrase. It’s what we did growing up in the seventies. Stroke, Forbes, and Ankle became my life over a 48-hour period in June. I had two interviews published in Forbes. My dad, at 92 years old, suffered a serious stroke. I...Goals for Gratitude
A Gratitude Plan is a set of steps that will help you to build a strong gratitude muscle. Whether it’s on a personal, team or organizational level, a plan is necessary to achieving your goals. But at the same time, a plan won’t lead anywhere without a well considered...
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