diff --git a/collaboration/README.md b/collaboration/README.md index a685c26c8..d0b307a23 100644 --- a/collaboration/README.md +++ b/collaboration/README.md @@ -4,10 +4,10 @@ Welcome to our team! Our group thrives on mutual trust, open communication, and respect, -fostering a collaborative environment where every member’s ideas and contributions are valued. -We aim to work efficiently and harmoniously by balancing creativity and critical thinking, -supporting one another to achieve our shared goals while maintaining a culture of accountability -and care. +fostering a collaborative environment where every member’s ideas and contributions +are valued.We aim to work efficiently and harmoniously by balancing creativity +and critical thinking, supporting one another to achieve our shared goals while +maintaining a culture of accountability and care. @@ -21,21 +21,25 @@ and care. and team achievements to foster affective trust. - **Open Communication**: Communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully. Share concerns early and constructively. -- **Shared Knowledge**: Promote mutual learning by sharing knowledge and being open to new ideas. -- **Accountability**: Take responsibility for your tasks. Ask for help when needed and ensure all +- **Shared Knowledge**: Promote mutual learning by sharing knowledge and being + open to new ideas. +- **Accountability**: Take responsibility for your tasks. Ask for help when + needed and ensure all contributions align with team goals. -- **Respectful Listening**: Value everyone’s input by listening without interrupting and -acknowledging diverse perspectives. -- **Inclusivity**: Create a safe space for honest communication and ensure equal opportunities for -all members to contribute. -- **Feedback and Recognition**: Offer constructive feedback focused on the issue, not the individual. +- **Respectful Listening**: Value everyone’s input by listening without + interrupting and acknowledging diverse perspectives. +- **Inclusivity**: Create a safe space for honest communication and ensure equal + opportunities for all members to contribute. +- **Feedback and Recognition**: Offer constructive feedback focused on the issue, + not the individual. Celebrate successes and recognize contributions regularly. -- **Adaptability**: Stay flexible and open to change, adapting strategies as needed to overcome -challenges. +- **Adaptability**: Stay flexible and open to change, adapting strategies as + needed to overcome challenges. ### Rebuilding Trust if Damaged -- Address issues openly and respectfully in a private setting to avoid unnecessary tension. +- Address issues openly and respectfully in a private setting to avoid + unnecessary tension. - Apologize sincerely if at fault and outline steps to prevent future issues. - Be willing to forgive and move forward together. @@ -48,23 +52,27 @@ and move forward together. ### Balancing Discussion and Debate - Use discussions to explore ideas, brainstorm, and align on shared understanding. -- Transition to debates when decisive action or resolution of differing viewpoints is needed, -ensuring structured and goal-oriented exchanges. +- Transition to debates when decisive action or resolution of differing + viewpoints is needed, ensuring structured and goal-oriented exchanges. - Maintain respect and active listening in both discussion and debate to ensure inclusivity and productivity. ### Approaching Meetings and Agendas -- Schedule meetings at times accommodating all members, considering personal and cultural commitments. +- Schedule meetings at times accommodating all members, considering personal and + cultural commitments. - Share agendas at least 24 hours in advance, outlining topics, goals, and time allocations. -- Assign rotating roles such as facilitator, note-taker, and timekeeper to share responsibilities. +- Assign rotating roles such as facilitator, note-taker, and timekeeper to share + responsibilities. - Start and end meetings on time. Review decisions and action items before closing. - Use tools like Slack or Google Calendar to coordinate meeting times effectively. ### Communication Channels -- Use group chat platforms (e.g., Slack) for progress updates, announcements, and casual discussions. -- Document and share important updates in centralized platforms like Google Drive or Notion +- Use group chat platforms (e.g., Slack) for progress updates, announcements, + and casual discussions. +- Document and share important updates in centralized platforms like Google + Drive or Notion for accessibility. - Utilize video calls for in-depth discussions and synchronous collaboration.