Hi Evan,
Three weeks ago, you received feedback on how you were using your voice during Play sessions. You¡¯ve attended 5 of the past 6 Play sessions since then. Here¡¯s how your voice has progressed in that time:
Communication Data
Evan's % of time speaking average each session.
Reflection for Evan: How does your voice % in the last 6 sessions compare to the first 6 sessions?
Communication Analysis
Evan, since the baseline analysis, you have shown growth in several areas of communication. In terms of clarity and conciseness, you have consistently demonstrated the ability to communicate your thoughts clearly and directly. For example, you said, "Why are you building so many?" to express your confusion, showing your improved ability to convey your thoughts concisely compared to the baseline analysis.
Additionally, you have made progress in active listening. You actively engage with your teammates' ideas, respond thoughtfully, and demonstrate genuine interest in the conversation. For instance, you state, "I'm gonna destroy one" in response to your teammates' discussion. This shows your growth in actively listening and engaging with your teammates' discussions compared to the baseline analysis.
Furthermore, you have shown improvement in effective questioning. While you still have room for growth in this area, you have asked insightful questions to deepen the conversation and gather more information. For example, you asked your teammate, "What dock? Ferry dock or work dock?" This indicates an improvement in your ability to ask relevant and clarifying questions compared to the baseline analysis.
However, there are still areas where you can continue to grow in your communication skills. One area for improvement is in promoting an inclusive and understanding environment among your team members. While you have consistently maintained a positive and grateful tone, there is limited evidence of you actively displaying empathy or considering your teammates' perspectives. Encouraging you to actively listen and validate your teammates' ideas would further enhance your communication skills.
Overall, Evan, you have shown significant growth in clarity and conciseness, active listening, and effective questioning since the baseline analysis. However, you can further improve by fostering a more inclusive and empathetic team environment. Keep up the good work, and continue to develop your communication skills in these areas.
After reading about your progress, I'd love to hear from you: What is one change that you have made based on the communication feedback you've received? Reply to this email and let us know! In a few weeks, we¡¯ll share new data with you about another key skill that all Synthesis students practice: collaborating with your teammates.
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Josh Dahn, cofounder