“It is not a standard survey, but an individualized Q&A-kind of conversation.”
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How to encourage open dialogue: 5 actionable ways
Lead by example 🗣
Leaders should demonstrate open dialogue by being transparent about their thoughts, ideas, and even their vulnerabilities:
Share a mistake you made and what you learned from it
Tell your team when you are having a bad day
Ask them proactively to give you feedback
This will show team members that it's okay to express themselves openly.
Active listening 👂
Leaders should practice active listening during conversations.
Don’t interrupt
Respond thoughtfully
Listen without judging
Don’t plan what to say next
Ask questions to better understand
Focus on the speaker, not on yourself
Don’t impose your opinions or solutions
This will show team members that you actually care about what they say.
Encourage Questions 🙋
Leaders should encourage team members to ask questions during meetings and discussions.
Lead by example: ask questions yourself
Focus on the initiative and not just the question
Make sure to listen to what’s being asked
This can stimulate dialogue and show team members that their input is valued.
Open-Door Policy 🚪
Implement an open-door policy where team members feel comfortable approaching leaders with their ideas, concerns, or issues.
Be open to new ideas
Promote healthy discussions
Ask team members for support
Don’t judge new ideas, encourage them
This will encourage people to share what’s on their mind.
Regular Check-ins ✅
Schedule regular check-ins with team members to discuss their thoughts, ideas, and any concerns they may have. Ask them proactively:
If they are getting enough feedback
If they have any ideas or concerns
If they need specific training
This can help to build trust and promote open dialogue.
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📰 Article of the week
Only 4 in 10 managers feel prepared for flexible work models.
Instead of debating whether the company should be remote, hybrid, or in-person, companies should be focusing on building trust.
According to Another’s CEO, Jess Lancashire, that’s the best way to understand which model fits your organization best.
Another’s data shows that 81% of team leaders think they need to learn new skills to successfully manage their teams in flexible working models. But 44% of them believe they didn’t have the right training, tools, or support to do their job properly.
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Have a great week,
Iwo & the Remote-First Institute team 💙