Ten Things Every Team Wants Every
Team Member to Communicate

Recently we asked our staff team, “What do wish our team communicated better?” The list generated during that meeting was helpful for each staff member to realize what little pieces of communication were helpful. All staff members should make sure these ten items are part of their communication repertoire. Circle the one you need to work on the most. If you are an adventurous team, underline the one you wish that your boss would work on the most.

1. When you miss a deadline

2. Your expectation of what a good job is (e.g., time spent, quality achieved)

3. Saying “good job” when you see one

4. Anything broken (to the person responsible for it)

5. Changing schedules

6. Changing procedures

7. Responding to communication—something that says you heard what was said

8. Your location (e.g., at home sick, out of the office for the day,  gone for an hour)

9. New responsibilities

10. Love for others