Seven Steps to Setting Clear Expectations

Having clear expectations is one side of the coin. Understanding the bigger picture, the context and intention, will make it easier for people to commit and follow.

It is possible that expectations may still not be clear or may be incomplete. 

Invite them to a meeting to discuss your expectations. It will ensure that you are on the same page to promote success.

As a leader you have expectations of what they need to know. Similarly, they will have expectations of you. This needs to be discussed honestly and openly so that both of you understand what is expected of each other.

Once the expectations of both parties are understood, it is important to write them down. 

It is not a legal document, but we all know that we cannot rely on memory alone.

Once you have them written down, both parties need to read them to ensure that they are understood and that they agree.