Empathy is not simply a matter of trying to imagine what others are going through, but having the will to muster enough courage to do something about it.
—Cornel West
Provide a “user guide” for your team members on what’s important to you, what makes you shut down, and how to support you.
Best teams are made up of individuals who have a second sense about how to get the best out of each of their teammates -- to be a force multiplying team. However, one of the most challenging things for any team is figuring out how best to work with each other. (source)
- Communication: Improve how we engage with each other
- Empathy: Be curious about what makes a team member soar vs deflate
- Understanding: Get a better sense of a perception vs intention in each other
- Self Awareness: Dig into what works and doesn’t work for you, but also reflect on how you impact other team members
