Following a discussion following the guiding prompts, we all contributed norms to the following list.
- Speak up – there are no stupid questions/ideas!
- Prioritize in-person meetings over zoom/asynchronous work
- Set meeting times early. Be as responsive as possible to communications.
- If you have to miss a meeting, communicate and make plans.
- Notify everyone that you can’t make it as soon as possible, follow up on the notion, and make a plan to sync up.
- Clarify work actions at the end of group meetings.
- Check deadlines and goals before the next meeting. Assign tasks.
- Take ownership/be responsible for work items you’re capable of doing.
- Every work item must have a clear person assigned to be responsible. If there isn’t, point it out to the group.
- The person who is responsible for a work item has final creative direction over that portion. This also means that the person is responsible for making sure their vision is aligned with the rest of the product.
- Ask for help if you need it.
- Communicate if you’re overwhelmed or overestimated your abilities. Navigate roadblocks collectively.
- Everyone takes ownership for the final product.
- We’re making a product we’re all proud of.
- Foster a culture of care by respecting and being understanding towards each other.
- Result-oriented is good, but it should never be an excuse to be inconsiderate to other people’s feelings! Be nice & respectful in the way you communicate!
