A discussion in how we can better ask and offer support within our teams when projects and situations occur that are unexpected or non-ideal. This presentation was paired with a live-demo and discussion.
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1. The Critique’s Critique
Agents of Shield, ABC
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Today’s Process
● Quick emails
● Skype
● Slack
● Basecamp
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What’s Missing: Empathy
● Motivations
● Context
● Personal Investment
● Support and Awareness
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Solutions
● Face to Face follow up (#face2facesales)
● Require individual interpretations
● Support your team
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Volunteers Assemble!
● Project Manager
● Tech Lead
● Umpire
● and the front row...
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Set the Stage
It’s the end of Sprint 3. The agency of repute
and client team have gathered to review
progress and to solicit feedback on the latest
designs and features.
Let’s watch
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Afterwards...
After the meeting, the consultants return to their
offices to continue work on the project. The
following is unscripted.
Let’s watch.
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So…
● Nobody is a stranger to experience
● Debrief sessions – in person
● Good cop/bad cop – team support
● Stakeholder Interviews – individual support
● All at no cost to time, budget or scope!