#workplace-communication

#workplace-communication

Changes from the C-suite often land as abstract ideas that feel disconnected from the reality on the ground. It's up to team leaders to help people see what it means for them.

People know they're supposed to be holding standups, but they don't remember why. When the reasons behind daily standups get lost, they become status updates.

The struggle to properly respond to feedback stems from balancing emotional reactions with professional expectations. Individuals managing feedback should strive for a measured response that still conveys sincerity.

If you are potentially subject to raids, and are not communicating something out to your employees about this, to me, that's negligence.

Your sister-in-law has burned that bridge. She cannot be trusted. You should speak to her and let her know how selfish and deceitful her behavior was regarding her maternity leave and returning to work. While people do those things sometimes in order to get as much money out of their jobs as possible, she is family. She should not have taken advantage of you in that way. Unless she is your only option, don't hire her back.

I tend to find it slightly rude if someone starts an email with someone's name and comma. For example: 'John, could I get an update on this? Ben,'...

"The study revealed that 'circle back' and 'synergy' were the most loathed terms... Users on LinkedIn get annoyed with 'low-hanging fruit' as well."

When given vague feedback, employees may struggle to understand exactly what changes need to be made, leading to confusion and frustration about performance expectations.