Team First

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What does Team First mean?

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What does Team First look and sound like?

Great job on the presentation today! Your storytelling really added value and interest

Expressing acknowledgement & providing feedback

The client has a unique challenge that we can figure out together

Collaboration

Thank you for sharing your perspective. I didn’t consider that before and now see the impact that has on your team

Good Listener

 I will have the proposal to you before noon tomorrow. Does that work for you?

Effective Communication

Let's work together to align on a schedule for all deliverables

Mutual Respect

Let’s be sure to invite the entire team to the kick-off meeting

Inclusive

Team, this challenge is new to me and I’m not sure how to solve it

Transparency

I’m really sorry to hear about your grandmother. I know you were close to her

Empathy

I’m sorry I didn’t provide you with enough information. I can see why there was confusion and will be sure to provide more details next time

Accountability (self & others)

What does Team First feel like?

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When and how does Team First show up?

Team First shows up in how we communicate with & treat each other

  • We communicate clearly and respectfully
  • We are mindful of how we treat others
  • We practice empathy

Team First shows up in how we approach projects & problem solving

  • We establish and align on goals, roles, and responsibilities on each project ​ ​
  • We practice inclusive problem solving so all can contribute to find the best solution

Team first shows up when we are accountable and supportive

  • We share lessons learned - understanding what worked well and what could have worked better
  • We celebrate wins by acknowledging the team & their contributions
  • We, leaders and managers, support our teams through servant leadership – promoting and encouraging growth and development of each team member

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