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You're having trouble communicating with your team. How can you get everyone on the same page?

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Communication is essential for any successful team, but sometimes it can be hard to get everyone on the same page. Maybe you have different work styles, goals, expectations, or personalities that clash. Maybe you're working remotely, across time zones, or with different tools and platforms. Whatever the reason, poor communication can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, delays, and low morale. How can you improve your communication skills and foster a more collaborative and productive team culture? Here are some tips to help you out.

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Aaron Schmulenson

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1 Identify the problem

The first step to solving any communication issue is to identify the root cause and the impact. Is it a lack of clarity, feedback, trust, or respect? Is it a mismatch of expectations, roles, or responsibilities? Is it a technical, logistical, or emotional barrier? How is it affecting your team's performance, satisfaction, and relationships? Be honest and objective, and ask your team members for their input and perspective. You might discover some gaps, assumptions, or biases that need to be addressed.

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When the team's not on the same page, I make sure we all know what we're aiming for, meet up often to chat, listen up to everyone's thoughts, use tools to keep us together, clarify who's doing what, keep it all out in the open, sort out problems fast, and cheer each other on when we hit our goals.

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2 Set clear goals and expectations

One of the most common sources of communication breakdowns is a lack of alignment on the team's goals and expectations. To avoid confusion and frustration, make sure everyone knows what they are working towards, why it matters, how it will be measured, and what their role and contribution is. Use SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) criteria to define your objectives and milestones, and communicate them clearly and consistently to your team. Check in regularly to monitor progress, provide feedback, and adjust as needed.

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Aaron Schmulenson

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Remind team members how their role aligns with the organization's strategy. Team members feel anxious and may not have an idea of the expectations. Identify if there are gaps in your communication. Foster an environment of trust and collaboration. Find ways to strengthen communication through email updates or one-on-one meetings. See what works best with team members when communicating with them. Having a clear foundation helps define objectives.

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3 Choose the right tools and methods

Another factor that can affect your communication quality and efficiency is the choice of tools and methods. Depending on your team's size, location, preferences, and needs, you might use different platforms and channels to communicate. For example, you might use email for formal and detailed messages, instant messaging for quick and informal updates, video calls for meetings and presentations, and collaboration software for sharing and editing documents. Whatever you use, make sure it is accessible, reliable, and secure, and that your team agrees on the best practices and etiquette for each mode of communication.

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4 Listen actively and empathetically

Communication is not just about sending messages, but also about receiving and understanding them. To improve your communication skills, you need to listen actively and empathetically to your team members. This means paying attention to what they say, how they say it, and what they don't say. It also means showing interest, asking questions, clarifying doubts, and acknowledging their feelings and opinions. By listening well, you can build trust, rapport, and respect with your team, and avoid misinterpretations and conflicts.

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Aaron Schmulenson

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Take this opportunity to listen to your team members. You want to understand how your team can function at its best. Team members will communicate with you if you listen to what they mention. Acknowledge their feelings. Let them own their approach to the discussion. The idea is to foster an inclusive environment with collaboration and trust.

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5 Give and receive feedback

Feedback is an essential part of communication, as it helps you and your team learn, grow, and improve. However, feedback can also be challenging to give and receive, especially if it is negative or constructive. To make feedback more effective and positive, follow these guidelines: be specific, timely, balanced, respectful, and constructive. Focus on the behavior and the outcome, not the person or the intention. Use the sandwich method (praise, criticism, praise) to soften the impact. Express appreciation and encouragement, and ask for suggestions and solutions.

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Make sure feedback is specific and tailored to the team member. Focus on the positive qualities. Transition to the negative qualities. Include specific examples when talking to the team member. You are providing balanced feedback as you help team members grow. It comes down to your approach. Keep in mind how you deliver the information to the recipient.

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6 Resolve conflicts constructively

No matter how well you communicate, conflicts are inevitable in any team. The key is to resolve them constructively, rather than avoid or escalate them. To do so, follow these steps: identify the source and the impact of the conflict, acknowledge and respect the different perspectives and emotions involved, listen and communicate calmly and respectfully, focus on the common goals and interests, brainstorm and evaluate possible solutions, agree on the best course of action, and follow up and monitor the results. By resolving conflicts constructatively, you can turn them into opportunities for learning and growth.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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