Communication/Engagement

Effective communication is essential for a company’s growth and vitality. It strengthens Connection Growth™ by fostering clarity and collaboration. As you answer the next section, consider how communication currently functions within your team.

When it comes to digital (ie. E-mail / Team and direct messaging) vs. face-to-face communication, how do you balance these two methods?

I use digital more than face-to-face

I use face-to-face more than digital

I balance them equally

When it comes to digital (ie. Email / Team Messaging ) vs. face-to-face communication, how does your SUPERVISOR / MANAGER balance these two methods?

Uses digital more than face-to-face

Uses face-to-face more than digital

Balances them equally

How often do you choose a digital (ie. Email / Team Messaging) option to increase perceived efficiency?

Very often

Occasionally

Never

How would you describe your communication style?

Passive-Aggressive (Indirect expression of hostility or resentment, ie. sarcasm, subtle sabotage, or avoiding responsibilities)

When communicating with your colleagues about day to day tasks/projects, do you typically: (mark all that apply)

Respond quickly and directly

Ask for more details before answering

Take time to think before responding

Avoid responding altogether

When communicating with your colleagues through a conflict, do you typically: (mark all that apply)

Respond quickly and directly

Ask for more details before answering

Take time to think before responding

Avoid responding altogether

How comfortable do you feel expressing concerns or new ideas to your manager?

I feel very comfortable speaking up because my manager is always available, collaborates, and finds value in my ideas.

I feel somewhat comfortable speaking up because my manager listens but doesn't always respond.

I’m neutral about speaking up because my manager may listen but rarely takes action.

I feel somewhat uncomfortable speaking up because my manager is hard to reach and not very engaged.

I feel very uncomfortable speaking up because my manager has shown zero interest in my or my colleagues’ ideas or suggestions.

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