Extreme Productivity with Kevin Kruse

4 Ways To Improve The Open Door Policy

May 18, 2016

Discover alternative methods to improve transparency, collaboration, and trust without the downsides of an open-door policy. Learn about implementing a half open door policy, setting ground rules, scheduling one-on-one and group meetings, and minimizing interruptions. Explore strategies for effective communication and the benefits of closed doors when working from home.

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Quick takeaways

Scheduling office hours can provide the benefits of accessibility while still allowing for focused and productive work.

Setting ground rules like a half-open door policy and a two-solution rule can prevent negative consequences and foster autonomy.

Deep dives

Scheduled office hours for improved productivity

Instead of a traditional open-door policy, scheduling office hours can provide the benefits of accessibility while still allowing for focused and productive work. By setting specific times for open-door interactions, managers can have control over their schedule and allocate dedicated time for uninterrupted work.

Introduction

3min

Improving the Open Door Policy: Half Open Door, Two Solution Rule, Scheduled One-on-One Meetings, and Group Meetings

4min

Improving the Open Door Policy and Minimizing Meetings

5min

In this episode, I’m sharing the practices that are better than an open door policy, which actually accomplish the same goals but with less downside.

What you’re going to learn:

The methods that can be used to promote transparency, collaboration, and trust without the negatives that come along with leaving the door open
How to set effective communication to all employees that will prevent them from coming into your office unscheduled

Key Quotes:

“If your door is always open, even figuratively, you never know what your day is going to look like. “

“Weekly meetings enable you to build rapport and to stay in touch on big personal items on an ongoing basis.”

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Extreme Productivity with Kevin Kruse

4 Ways To Improve The Open Door Policy

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Scheduled office hours for improved productivity

Establishing ground rules to accompany the open-door policy

Utilizing scheduled one-on-one and group meetings

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts