- Be willing to stand behind the purpose, values and goals of the team once decided
- Speak supportively and with good purpose
- Acknowledge whatever is being said as true for the speaker at that moment
- Be accountable for all your responsibilities
- Make only agreements that you are willing and intent to keep
- Communicate face to face any potential broken agreement at the first appropriate time
- If a problem arises, first look to the system for corrections and then communicate your solution to the person who can do something about it.
- Always think & play win/win
- Focus on what works to achieve the purpose
- Agree to work towards an agreement
- Actively celebrate and acknowledge all wins
- Always be willing to do "Whatever It Takes" to win
- Act first and debrief later. Do not let personal issues stand in the way of your post or task
- Clarify your communications and verify the response
- Be willing to do whatever it takes to support any & all team members
- Have a willingness to stay together
- Do not desire or seek sympathy or acknowledgement
- Keep time agreements