Mastering Team Communication: Insights from the Leadership Vision Podcast

In this episode, we discuss effective team communication, specifically the concept of “Teams that Get it Right.” Our conversation is peppered with actionable insights on how leaders can foster an environment where every team member feels heard and valued. Enjoy!

“Teams that get it right know that healthy communication includes everyone’s voice being heard.”

Brian Schubring

Mastering Team Communication

In our conversation, Brian and I delve into the nuances of team dynamics and communication and highlight the concept of “Teams that Get it Right.” Below are a few key takeaways from our lively discussion:

Neurological Triggers

We use the concept of “Teams that Get it Right” as a neurological trigger to prompt immediate, small, and executable actions that engage different brain areas to enhance mindfulness and presence in the moment.

Healthy Communication

Healthy communication is all about feeling seen and heard. It’s crucial for all voices in a team to be heard and represented. Your communication strategy should include and respect every team member’s contributions and aim to make every voice feel valued.

Strategic Voice Amplification

Teams that get it right understand when and whose voices should be prioritized depending on the context. For example, technical experts are consulted during IT issues or HR during discussions on team morale.

Strategies for Effective Team Communication:

We’ve outlined a few ways you can put these insights into practice. Here are several strategies for effective team communication:

• Regular Check-Ins – Establish scheduled times for every team member to share updates, concerns, or ideas.

• Structured Meetings – Design meetings with clear agendas that allow time for input from various team members, particularly those who are usually quieter.

• Encourage Active Listening – Promote an environment where everyone practices active listening—listening to understand rather than just to respond.

Measuring Success

Measuring the effectiveness of your communication strategies can be challenging but is vital for improvement. We suggest using reflection and feedback mechanisms, such as anonymous surveys and one-on-one meetings, to assess whether team members feel heard and if the right voices are emerging at the appropriate times.

Action Steps

Here are a few action steps you can take after listening to this episode to enhance your team communication:

• Reflect – How does your team communicate? Reflect on your current practices and assess how your team communicates to identify improvement areas.

• Feedback – How is your communication being received? Regularly collect feedback from your team on the effectiveness of your communication strategies both new and old.

• Adjust – Based on your feedback, make necessary adjustments to improve and refine your team communication.

Your Team Communication

Remember, fostering effective team communication is an ongoing process that requires attention, intention, and action. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to team management, we hope these insights can help you create a more inclusive and dynamic team environment.

We would love to hear from you – connect with me at nathan@leadershipvisionconsulting.com.