I am often reminded, during mentoring and business coaching sessions, of the importance of human relatedness and regular one-on-ones.
This prompts me to refer to David Rocks superb work on the SCARF model (https://lnkd.in/gXPveQZ) which involves five domains of human social experience:
S tatus
C ertainty
A utonomy
R elatedness
F airness
Here are my top tips for you to intensify and to help support your own teams during these challenging times – the goal being to create conditions where everyone feels lifted to do and be the best version of themselves.
1. More regular agenda free 1:1’s testing wellbeing, state of mind and reinforcing the tenets of belonging
2. Much more positive feedback, in the moment with examples and recognition shared within the group
3 Finding more fun ways to keep everyone informed and involved with deep full consultation often
4. More structured communications and update sessions e.g Tuesday at 10 you send out a team update, plus Wednesdays at 2 we all update together
5. Discretion at the point of decision-making is particularly important at this time reinforcing why each person’s own judgement is so so important.
I would love to hear your own tips on creating happier and more productive teams.