In reconnecting workspaces, it’s critical for leaders to leverage the skills of listening and asking great questions that invite input and expansion. Questions asked can either expand awareness for our team members or focus their attention or drive to a point.
Curiosity is key to an open mindset. Asking questions from a place of curiosity helps to surface possibilities and explore options. In the virtual, hybrid, and remote space, we often are not aware of “what’s beyond the screen” of our team members. We can’t see their context, or know what’s on their desk, other than what systems can inform us.
Great questions are informed by great listening. Take note of what you are listening for. What are you noticing about your team member’s voice? Body language? Facial expressions?
The best questions are short (usually 5–7 words in length) and start with What.
Create opportunities to connect people with each other and the resources, information, authority, and autonomy they need to do their best work. Refer to the multiple questions included here.
End of Chapter Questions
Enjoy the conversation,
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized |Reconnecting Workspaces | Group Coaching Essentials
Team and Leadership Development | Coaching | Retreats
Follow us on Instagram @ReconnectingWorkspaces
Phone: (416)996-8326
Check out my TEDx talk
https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_britton_virtual_remote_and_hybrid_checklist_aug_2021
Looking to bring your workplaces back together, whether you are remote, hybrid, or face-to-face? Pick up a copy of my new book, Reconnecting Workspaces, at Amazon.
Curiosity is key to an open mindset. Asking questions from a place of curiosity helps to surface possibilities and explore options. In the virtual, hybrid, and remote space, we often are not aware of “what’s beyond the screen” of our team members. We can’t see their context, or know what’s on their desk, other than what systems can inform us.
Great questions are informed by great listening. Take note of what you are listening for. What are you noticing about your team member’s voice? Body language? Facial expressions?
The best questions are short (usually 5–7 words in length) and start with What.
Create opportunities to connect people with each other and the resources, information, authority, and autonomy they need to do their best work. Refer to the multiple questions included here.
End of Chapter Questions
- What can you do to create shared expectations?
- What application do you have for the Is/Is Not Tool?
- What can you do to incorporate more praise and rewards and recognition?
- What will you do differently in your one-on-ones?
Enjoy the conversation,
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized |Reconnecting Workspaces | Group Coaching Essentials
Team and Leadership Development | Coaching | Retreats
Follow us on Instagram @ReconnectingWorkspaces
Phone: (416)996-8326
Check out my TEDx talk
https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_britton_virtual_remote_and_hybrid_checklist_aug_2021
Looking to bring your workplaces back together, whether you are remote, hybrid, or face-to-face? Pick up a copy of my new book, Reconnecting Workspaces, at Amazon.
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