The first thing your team wants to know is why they get up in the morning. Have you given them a reason why your team exists, or are they looking for the snooze button? Use this exercise to develop a statement that gives meaning to work you do every day.
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Usage #1
- Read the introduction.
- Take some time to think about the first question and write down your answers.
- Go to the next question and do it again.
- If you can, take it one question at a time. Don’t be afraid to go backwards though and update your previous answers.
- Take your time. There isn’t any rush. It’s okay if you take a number of days to complete this exercise.
- Share the results with your team.
Usage #2
- Read the introduction to your team members.
- Have team members answer each question, one at a time.
- Have them share their answers with each other and you. (Tip: I’ve had good results when team members shared their ideas after each question.)
- Collect the results from your team and assemble your Meaning Statement.
- Share it with your team, discussing how you used their input.
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