Remind Teams of the “Big Picture”
Engaging teams in discussions about events beyond their immediate work context can significantly enhance connection and understanding among team members.
Summary
Inspired by practices of successful leaders like Gregg Popovich, this approach involves regularly discussing broader topics with your team. Set aside time to talk about events or issues not directly related to immediate tasks. This practice helps build a sense of shared experience and understanding, fostering stronger connections within the team.
The idea
Highlighting and discussing events that are bigger than your team’s immediate context helps build connection to each other.
The Evidence
Gregg Popovich, the renowned head coach for the San Antonio Spurs, regularly hosts conversations with his team about topics that have very little to do with basketball. He would lead conversations about gay marriage, racism, terrorism and ask questions: What did you think of it? What would you have done in that situation?
Actions to Take
Make time for discussion: set aside time to talk to your team about events that aren’t directly related to the tasks at hands. Ask them simple questions to prompt reflection, like, “I was just thinking about [this event], what are you all taking away from this? Is it impacting you? If so, how?”
Sources
Daniel Coyle’s Culture Code: The Secrets to Highly Successful Teams
Remind Teams of the “Big Picture”
Strengthen Team Cohesion Through Broader Context Discussions
Summary
Inspired by practices of successful leaders like Gregg Popovich, this approach involves regularly discussing broader topics with your team. Set aside time to talk about events or issues not directly related to immediate tasks. This practice helps build a sense of shared experience and understanding, fostering stronger connections within the team.
Remind Teams of the “Big Picture”
Strengthen Team Cohesion Through Broader Context Discussions
Summary
Inspired by practices of successful leaders like Gregg Popovich, this approach involves regularly discussing broader topics with your team. Set aside time to talk about events or issues not directly related to immediate tasks. This practice helps build a sense of shared experience and understanding, fostering stronger connections within the team.
Remind Teams of the “Big Picture”
Strengthen Team Cohesion Through Broader Context Discussions
Citations
Podcast
Engaging teams in discussions about events beyond their immediate work context can significantly enhance connection and understanding among team members.
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