Aligning Virtual Teams || Part 1

01/03/2021 12 min Episodio 1

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Episode Synopsis

Main Topics Covered

Cadence and Timing
Tips and Tricks for Communicating Effectively.
Developing a Team Charter


Communication Audit
On a scale of 1-5, answer the following questions:

How effective is your current communication structure with the team?
How effective is your communication from your team's perspective?
What stands in the way of getting a score of 5 on both the previous questions?


Cadence and Timing

At least 1 weekly all-team meeting of 45 minutes, but preferable 2 meetings (a short meeting at the beginning of the week and a longer meeting towards the end of the week).
Weekly 1-on-1 meetings with all your direct reports, even if they are very short.


Tips and Tricks for Communicating Effectively

Create space for dialogue
Track meeting notes and agendas in a specific place
Offer the agenda in advance
Be as clear as possible on news, updates, and direction at the organizational level.
Save time for fun
Create notes that build upon previous meetings and be acted on


Developing a Team Charter

Mission Statement and Core Values
Ways of Working and Norms
Big Rocks, Goals, and OKS
Meeting roles and responsibilities for team members
Clear swim lanes for group tasks