Tai | Author | Matter

Matter for Teams: Slack Integration, Ritual, and so much more!

Today's the day! Matter is officially exiting beta with the launch of Matter for Teams to help you build stronger and happier team culture! Now, you can use Matter with your entire team by creating a workspace to access our new Slack Integration and Feedback Ritual.

Tai

Jul 12, 2021

3 mins

How to Adopt a Growth Mindset

According to Harvard Business Review, when companies embrace a growth mindset team members feel empowered and committed to their jobs.

Tai

Feb 4, 2021

2 Min Read

How to Build a Professional Relationship

According to a 2006 McKinsey & Company study, social connections play a central role in fostering a sense of purpose and well-being in the workplace.

Tai

Feb 4, 2021

2 Min Read

How to Recognize Team Effort

According to a 2010 Journal of Personality and Social Psychology study, when people are thanked for their efforts they feel encouraged to provide more help in the future. Leaders that show appreciation and recognition make their teams feel valued for their work contributions.

Tai

Jan 19, 2021

2 Min Read

How to See Eye-to-Eye with Your Team

According to Harvard Business Review, one secret to teamwork is “optimally design[ing] tasks and processes.” Your team can’t collaborate effectively if there are no systems in place.

Tai

Jan 6, 2021

1 Min Read

How to Practice Big-Picture Learning

According to Harvard Business Review, one advantage of being a leader is getting more time to macro-manage. It’s the opposite of micromanaging, in the sense where you get a bird’s eye.

Tai

Jan 6, 2021

3 Min Read

How to Encourage Collective Thinking at Work

According to Harvard Business Review, “decisions are more effective when more people are involved from the start.” The more the merrier, right? Right. Great leaders know that asking for team input will yield the best decisions, uncover blind spots, and show peer appreciation.

Tai

Dec 22, 2020

3 Min Read

How to Set Measurable Goals with Your Team

According to Harvard Business Review, choosing the “right metrics” to measure success and feasibility enables teams to get a strong grasp on their goals. Being intentional with how you pick goals will help your team make informed decisions and contribute to the company’s success.

Tai

Dec 21, 2020

3 Min Read

How to Tell a Story that Inspires Your Team

According to a 2018 Journal of Leadership Education study, researchers found that integrating stories led to “mental mapping,” a method to help individuals understand how their organization functions.

Tai

Dec 20, 2020

3 Min Read

How to Make Your Resume Stand Out

Creating a resume that reflects your job experience, personality, and leaves a lasting impression can be tricky, but not impossible. Here are ways to write up a resume that will catch a hiring manager’s eye.

Tai

Nov 11, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Use Positive Affirmations for Success

According to a 2014 Annual Review of Psychology study, practicing positive affirmations led to improvements in education, relationships, and health. Your thoughts orient your actions.

Tai

Dec 14, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Be Objective When Making a Decision

Having a sense of purpose that allows leaders to make conscious decisions that will help their team reach success. When you take the time to define the “why,” your team will feel valued because you’re bringing them along on the journey.

Tai

Dec 17, 2020

3 Min Read

How to Make a Decision

According to a 2017 Forbes study, among the top 500 world leaders interviewed, 98% of them failed to apply best practices when making decisions. Decision-making isn’t easy, but it’s the cornerstone of leadership. It’s the smart choices we make that drive true change throughout an organization.

Tai

Dec 9, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Project Your Voice

According to a 2015 Journal of Accounting Research study, a leader’s competency is assessed within half a minute. It’s important to be aware of your presence because it speaks volumes about your leadership style.

Tai

Dec 6, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Clarify Project Constraints with Your Team

According to Harvard Business Review, successful leaders explain the constraints of the project to “stay within budget” and scope. Long story short, you save time when you provide clear goals for your team. Constraints are guardrails to help steer your team in the right direction.

Tai

Dec 1, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Pay Attention to Team Decisions

According to Harvard Business Review, part of effective listening is understanding others’ perspectives. When leaders prioritize the voices of those around them, they have the opportunity to discover rare ideas for a decision that may be difficult to make on their own.

Tai

Nov 23, 2020

2 Min Read

How to Be In Tune with Your Team When Delegating Tasks

According to Forbes, about 70% of employees claim to be disengaged from their company. Part of leading a team is making sure everyone is on the same page to carry out their delegated tasks.

Tai

Nov 20, 2020

3 Min Read

How to Be Results-Oriented When Delegating Tasks

According to Harvard Business Review, a hands-off approach increases morale, establishes a tone of trust, and expands your team's growth. Avoid micromanaging at all costs.

Tai

Nov 20, 2020

1 Min Read

Matter: The Future of Feedback

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