When we are not communicating with the people around us, and they with us, we haven’t a chance in hell of growing a great team or community.

What kind of communication creates great community?

What it’s not…

Not the kind of speaking that:

1️⃣ Talks AT people
2️⃣ Tells people what they SHOULD do
3️⃣ Tries to fix people, give advice without permission

And it’s not the kind of hearing that passes for ‘listening’:

1️⃣ The Uh Huhs and Ehmms we give and get as we scroll on our phones, laptops, or watch TV.
2️⃣ Glazed looks at colleagues, buddies or family.
3️⃣ Waiting impatiently to jump in with an opinion.

So what IS the kind of communication that creates a great team, a great community?

It’s like a two way street.

Communication that allows the other to be truly heard is:

🟡 Non judgemental
🟡 Avoids giving unsolicited advice
🟡 Makes sure to let the other know they are truly heard

It takes presence.

Community happens in conversations - extraordinary conversations.

What do you find works?