People are unique-they have different habits, different lifestyles, different perceptions of communication but things still need to get done at a certain pace. While people do acknowledge this, time, responsibilities and a lot of other unexpected things commitments come up and make them forgetful. But following up is more than just reminding someone of their commitment, it’s also about a caring pat on the back and asking ‘how are you doing? I heard you were not well?’.
It’s also about keeping an eye on one’s progress, but with an intention to help with constructive feedback and to keep the motivation moments going.
Following up is about being there, it’s about assuring the other person, that you’re ready to accommodate him/her in the best way possible.
- It shows you’re interested in the well-being of the other person.
- It indicates the urgency of the situation which sometimes the other person isn’t aware; it brings two people on the same page.
- It increase brand goodwill.
- It inspires workforce to perform better.
- It offers an open-door, free work environment and breaks hierarchy.
- People begin to take your commitments more seriously; there will more synchronization among team members.
- It encourages employees to look at their work as more than just another job.
- It strengthens team spirit and indicates that people are there to back you.
- It encourages people to innovate, think differently & take initiatives.
- It shows that you’re interested in improving and doing better.
Following up is not a favourite task exactly, but doing it really improves equations between and work becomes smooth & hassle-free.
