Why regular check-ins should be part of your team culture

In today's hybrid work environment, maintaining a strong connection with your team members is crucial. But how can you ensure everyone feels supported and engaged when they're not always physically present?

One simple way is through holding regular check-ins. These brief, focused conversations can have a profound impact on your team's well-being and performance through fostering connection and support, allowing for early problem-solving, improving communication and collaboration, and promoting accountability and focus.

So, how can you implement regular check-ins in your team?

⏱️ Keep them brief: Check-ins should only take a few minutes each day, ideally at the start of the work day and at least once a week.

😊 Check-in with how your team is doing: Using check-in questions helps you and your team connect with each other, understand how the team feels, and find out what your team really needs.

🎯 Focus on your team’s needs: “What barriers are standing in your way, and how can I help clear them?”

🙅 Don't micromanage: Use check-ins to support your team, not to control them.

💬 Gather feedback: Regularly ask your team for feedback on how you can better support them and improve your check-ins.

By taking the time to check in with your team members, you can create a more positive, productive, and engaged work environment.

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