How can leaders help their teams be productive and engaged? In this episode we explore the importance of establishing clear shared team expectations and focusing on a singular key goal. Based on current research by Gallup, only 47% of people know what's expected of them at work. At the same time, research by TeamStage indicates that more than 75% of employees strongly agree that collaboration is essential for team and organizational success. So what can leaders do to bridge this gap?     [0:50] Stats regarding expectations, teamwork and collaboration.  [2:30] The importance of a singular goal and clear expectations. Defining the What and the How. Do our generational styles impact our mode of communication? What is our shared expectation of work styles?[9:20] Finding purpose in your work, understanding your why. Finding your personal motivation, how your why aligns with the organizational why.[13:00] Leaning on our Strengths to meet goals. Utilizing your unique individual contribution for the good of the team.[21:00] What leaders can do differently. The importance of a singular goal, taking time to understand the goal, your team, and creating alignment. [30:00] The importance of clear communication. Reflective listening and avoiding misunderstandings. YOUR HOSTS:  Jen Werner @ Jen Werner Coaching  Facebook | LinkedIn | Website Jen’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Responsibility | Achiever | Belief | Deliberative | Activator  Chad Ahern @ Talent and Teams Consulting  LinkedIn | Website Chad’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Learner | Deliberative | Responsibility | Harmony | Analytical  The opinions and insights we share on each CliftonStrengths theme are our own and are based on our understanding of Gallup’s Strengths-based development research. They are also informed by our unique work with our clients. Even though we are both Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches, the insights we share here are not formally vetted, approved, or endorsed by Gallup, Inc.  Gallup®, CliftonStrengths®, and the 34 theme names of CliftonStrengths® are trademarks of Gallup, Inc. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.