Do you use an async check-in tool like StandupBot, Range or Steady (formerly Status Hero) for your team? Struggling with getting your ICs to check in consistently so you know what they're working on?
👏 Acknowledge their check-ins. 👏
It's that simple! Your ICs should feel like you're reading their check-ins often. Maybe not every day, but just often enough that they're not just posting into the gaping void. This can be emoji-reactions, short comments, or personal follow-ups over Slack. They're such a good way to connect with your team!
If nobody's acknowledging their check-ins, your ICs will inevitably stop checking in. 🤷