Does your team feel heard when you speak?
Are you the T-Rex? Or working with one?
This week, we explore tools for both sides of the T-Rex dynamic.
Why This Matters !!
Assertive leaders scale organizations — until people stop speaking up.
Research shows:
Teams who feel psychologically safe are 76% more engaged (Amy Edmondson, Harvard).
Leaders who ask questions instead of giving orders boost innovation by up to 86% (Gallup).
Strength is clarity.
Opportunity is curiosity — from leaders and employees alike.
Common Challenges … (Two Way)
For T-Rex Leaders:
Mistaking silence for agreement
Over-directing without pausing
Delivering clarity in a tone that sounds like finality
For Employees Reporting to a T-Rex:
Feeling hesitant to speak up
Unclear about expectations
Over-relying on the leader’s direction
What To Do Instead 👍🏻 (Two-Way Bold Questions)
For Leaders:
“What am I missing?”
“How would you approach it?”
“What outcome do you see as strongest?”
For Employees:
“What’s the main outcome you want me to prioritize?”
“Anything I might be missing before I decide?”
“How would you like me to update you if things change?”
Practice!
One conversation per day using the two-way approach. Notice:
How your team reacts
How your leadership feels more aligned
What shifts in clarity or engagement
Explore your communication style and practice the two-way T-Rex approach:
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