4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Team’s Communication

To get employees with different styles to mesh, start with an environment that permits them to speak freely, writes Inc.com columnist Rohini Venkatraman

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GO DEVICE-FREE

When people multitask during meetings, the person speaking can feel disrespected.

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CREATE A TEAM RITUAL

Even if it’s just a weekly lunch, find a way to connect on some level other than work.

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BE OPEN ABOUT STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES

At the start of a project, have each person share his or her desired goals and preferred working style.

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MAKE IT CLEAR THAT FEEDBACK IS ROOTED IN GOOD INTENTIONS

Know when criticism is best given oneon-one, instead of in front of the entire team.