

441: Making virtual product teams more effective – with Anna Marie Clifton
9 snips Jun 19, 2023
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Building Trust through Vulnerability
- Build trust in virtual teams by admitting mistakes and being vulnerable.
- Sharing your vulnerabilities humanizes you and creates psychological safety.
The Count of Coinbase
- Anna Marie Clifton used a mascot (The Count from Sesame Street) at Coinbase to build team cohesion.
- The mascot was sent to remote team members, symbolizing inclusion and recognition.
Small Commitments, Big Trust
- Build trust quickly in new teams by making and keeping small, short-term commitments.
- This demonstrates reliability before tackling larger projects or roadmaps.