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This doc is meant to serve as a conversation starter between managers and their teams. Once completed, use this as a guide to navigating conversations about team communications in your 1:1s.
Be as open, honest, and detailed as you'd like! Remember this is meant to set the tone for how communication will flow within your team.
Pick a quote from anywhere that's meaningful to you, and explain to your team why you chose that quote. What impact does it have on you? What do you hope your teammates gain from knowing this is your favorite quote?
Describe your work style. What steps do you take to achieve your goals? How do you like to plan and prioritize your goals? Do you have a specific approval process?
Describe how you like to communicate, and how you like your teammates to communicate with you. Do you prefer a Slack message or a scheduled Zoom call? How do you like to give feedback to your teammates? How do you like to receive feedback?
What do you expect from your teammates? Why do you have these expectations? How do these expectations allow your team to achieve its goals?
References
Explained: "How to Work With Me" Manual (and Why Your Company Needs One)