As a former leader myself, one of the most important activities I would undertake on a regular (ie. almost daily) basis were walkabouts. Whether I was in my office, or our visiting with member of my virtual team (which were scattered across multiple countries), taking time each day to do a walkabout was critical.
We talk about the importance of visibility and relationships so much in today's leadership world, yet how visible and focused on building genuine relationships have you been recently.
Walkabouts look different according to your location, but involve you getting out and spending time checking in with your team. It may be as quick as a ten minute walking of the floor to stop in and say hi, do a quick touch base to see how projects are going, or take time to find out how one of your team member's coaching work is going.
Walkabouts are about connecting with others, and being available - for questions, problem solving(as needed) and coaching. It's not about micro-management or "checking up on people" which is one perception if trust levels are low.
Are walkabouts being modeled in your organization? How could this benefit your team and relationships?
Have a great Tuesday,
Jennifer
We talk about the importance of visibility and relationships so much in today's leadership world, yet how visible and focused on building genuine relationships have you been recently.
Walkabouts look different according to your location, but involve you getting out and spending time checking in with your team. It may be as quick as a ten minute walking of the floor to stop in and say hi, do a quick touch base to see how projects are going, or take time to find out how one of your team member's coaching work is going.
Walkabouts are about connecting with others, and being available - for questions, problem solving(as needed) and coaching. It's not about micro-management or "checking up on people" which is one perception if trust levels are low.
Are walkabouts being modeled in your organization? How could this benefit your team and relationships?
Have a great Tuesday,
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Team and Leadership Development | Coaching | Retreats.
Follow us on Twitter @Teams365
Phone: (416)996-8326
You can grab a copy of my new book, Effective Virtual Conversations, at Amazon. If you prefer you can pick up a signed copy from our site.
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Team and Leadership Development | Coaching | Retreats.
Follow us on Twitter @Teams365
Phone: (416)996-8326
You can grab a copy of my new book, Effective Virtual Conversations, at Amazon. If you prefer you can pick up a signed copy from our site.
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