Waiting 60 seconds for the Mac ‘n Cheese to warm up versus how long you can hold a plank pose are NOT the same types of minutes
They may appear the same, but it all depends on the context and audience. Case in point: Miscommunication at work.
If you’re not speaking the same language, getting clarity on what is expected, making assumptions instead of asking questions and then only paying attention to one part of the communication a lot of things can go off the rails in a hurry.
As a leader, you’re probably experienced with what you’re asking a team member to do - delegating like a good boss.
But here’s where a lot of miscommunication starts. Because YOU know what’s involved in the process, you may leave important details out and assume the team understands or infers what is required.
Not so fast.
Take the time to clearly lay out every detail. You don’t have to be patronizing about it. But you should cover all the steps that are required and expected as well as getting feedback and any questions out of the way - no matter how trivial they may seem.
This goes double for remote conversations. A minute may be a minute, but not all minutes are alike. Take the time to communicate clearly and get on the same page, plank and bowl.
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