Today we had a brief meeting with the research team in the office, just to touch base with each other and discuss any queries or problems. The research function is quite important at Brunswick, as it provides a support for the client - facing staff who need to have access to certain information to stay on the ball.
One of the biggest things that was emphasised during the meeting was the need to communicate with each other. Even in a small office (and at a communications firm at that!) we sometimes forget to talk about who's doing what, or feel reluctant to shout if someone feels their work load is too big. One of the major keys to succesful team work is TALKING.
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Communications is always an issue. From my experience, people fail to communicate the most basic things. I think one of the problems is the (big) ego and hence we do not consider the people around us enough.
Hi Sue,
You are right. Personaly I have understood that key to any relationship (at the work place,in marriage or friendship) is communication. The fact that you express what you think opens door to solutions on any case.
What you have understood there at Brunswick works everywhere Sue. Use it outdoor.
Adam
It is not always easy to communicate in these techno-empowered times. People spend so much time on their cell phones, computers, ipods and all sorts of gadgets, that the art of conversation has become redundant. People used to write letters, meet and actually talk to not at each other. We just need to find ways to re-connect with each other. I don't necessarily agree that it is a question of ego Thomas.
Yes, especially at work, we use e mail a lot - probably too much. Even in our open plan office, we are lazy, and often send mails rather than getting up to talk to someone who is two desks away! The thing about communicating, especially as an intern/ new employee (as Beauty raised on her blog), is to find the balance between asking questions and using your initiative.
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