Before Breakfast

Second Cup: Write your own operating manual

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Aug 11, 2024
Discover the power of crafting a personal operating manual to boost workplace relationships. It highlights how sharing your preferred working style can lead to better communication and collaboration. By understanding each other's preferences, teams can reduce conflicts and enhance productivity, making work more enjoyable for everyone involved.
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ADVICE

Operating Manual

  • Write an operating manual to explain your work style.
  • This helps others understand your preferences and quirks, like communication styles or dietary restrictions.
ANECDOTE

Darren Murph's Manual

  • Darren Murph created a one-page operating manual about himself.
  • It described his communication preferences, work style, and ideal work times.
ADVICE

Sharing Your Manual

  • Share your operating manual publicly if many people collaborate with you.
  • If you work with a smaller team, share your manual during your first team meeting.
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