At a team meeting, share the Last 8% Culture Map, then break your team into pairs, and have them answer the following questions:
Have pairs report out to the larger group.
As the team leader, we cannot overstate how important it is for you to stay in listening mode and not get defensive. For some people and teams this exercise can feel like a Last 8% situation itself, where naming an inconvenient truth or speaking up can feel like significant personal risk. No matter what is said, work hard at staying open to what your team is trying to communicate.
Remember, you own the culture on your team, so model how courageous and connected you want your team to be!
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