June 4 - Connect 2020 Vivo Team Swag Bag!

We want to help you stay moving in a forward direction during these difficult times. To support you we are sharing information and content to help you connect with your team! -Vivo Team

The Video Test: What is it and why use it?

A key tool we teach in our leadership program is what we call the video test.

Actively observe a person’s behaviors so you can accurately describe them to start a two-way conversation on how to improve, eliminate, or reinforce those behaviors. Here's a handout and video to share with your team:

Now is the Time to Step Up!

Renée talks about what you can do to help move the needle.

Dr. Jim Sellner, PhD. DipC. answers questions leadership, motivation, accountability, manager connection, or working on a remote team. Send your questions to: askdrjim@vivoteam.com

Believe What You Hear

Hey Dr. Jim,

Am I missing the non-verbals during our virtual meetings? How can I ensure I’m not missing people's true feelings or issues?

-Anika*

Hi Anika,

What I really would encourage you to do, rather than try to figure out what the non-verbals mean—because often we are off track—is to listen very carefully using active listening. Repeat back 'I heard you say' or 'are you saying this?' Focus on what you're hearing people say. I believe there is too much emphasize put on body language and other things which leads to a lot of assumptions. Stick with what you are hearing. Stick with what you are actually seeing. Something we do at Vivo Team, we call it the video test, is we look at people's behaviors and listen very carefully to what people are saying and repeat it back for clarity.

- Dr. Jim

*names have been changed

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