How do you ensure effective communication with your team?

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kashaf irfan · Accepted Answer

Utilizing the right tool

Qudsia Ali · Answer

1. Establish clear communication channels. Ensure that everyone on the team knows how and when to communicate with each other. 
2. Use the right tools. Invest in tools that make it easy for team members to communicate, such as a project management tool, a chat platform, or an email system. 
3. Set a good example. Demonstrate effective communication by setting a model for the team. 
4. Listen to your team. Make sure you're listening to your team members and their ideas. 
5. Encourage feedback. Create an atmosphere of open communication where team members feel comfortable giving feedback.

Pragruthaa Rabichandran · Answer

I would set up a clear agenda before any meeting.

Selin Anil · Answer

It really depends on each person I interact with in 1-to-1 in the team. I try to adapt to each one's work style. Then for global team communication, I set up very clear processes.

For example, I find the use of segregated channels with read only permissions except from team leader very efficient. So everybody can find the proper information without it being lost in lengthy discussions. And I set up the process that each team member needs to react with coded emojis to these "announcements" to confirm reading/action.

It's very smooth & clean this way, I'm quite fond of it!

Anoir Houmou · Answer

@anthony_medland agreed, open communication is one of my top priorities when managing a team

Ghulam Mustafa · Answer

Having a clear agenda.

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Create a clear, easy to follow plan for your team to follow, and give them the tools they need to succeed. If something still does get lost in translation, do what you can to fix it.

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The first step is to build a trusting environment and keep things simple. Communication can become problematic when we overcomplicate things. When we aren't specific, everything becomes unclear. So, think about how you can communicate in a way that ensures everyone understands you, and you understand them.

Anthony Medland · Answer

"1. Set clear expectations: Make sure everyone on the team knows their roles and responsibilities and how their work fits into the bigger picture.
2. Encourage open communication: Encourage team members to speak up and ask questions.
3. Encourage feedback: Ask for feedback from team members and take their suggestions into consideration.
4. Use the right tools: Use technology, such as video calls, shared documents, and messaging apps, to ensure everyone is on the same"

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Communication is at the heart of any business.  It is important that you keep in touch and make sure your team members are aware of the current happenings

Anoir Houmou · Answer

@qudsia_ali great flow

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Anoir Houmou · Answer

@selin_anil it certainly does sound very efficient!

Anoir Houmou · Answer

@m_ghulam_mustafa yes

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Clear agenda and time stamp. Communication

How do you ensure effective communication with your team?

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