Team contracts

Expose

A leader’s (supervisor’s) expose is a public speech the purpose of which is to present themselves, their values, principles of cooperation, and scope of support.

The expose allows you to build a professional image, outline expectations and principles of cooperation, and communicate your priorities and the direction you want to lead the team.

By expressing your values ​​and expectations, you can shape the atmosphere and work standards within your team, which influence employee performance and job satisfaction.
It’s worth scheduling a separate meeting for the exposure presentation.

Step 1:
Introduce Yourself and Your Intentions
At the beginning of your presentation, introduce yourself, share your education and/or professional experience. Present your intentions, which will explain the reasons for the exposure presentation, and briefly explain why you’re doing it.
Step 2:
Define Your Values

Think about the values ​​that are important to you at work, such as cooperation and honesty. The values ​​you choose will become the foundation for your team’s principles, so they must be carefully considered. Remember to explain your understanding of each value, as each employee may see it differently..

Step 3:
Define the Rules of Engagement

In this section, you’ll explain to employees what behaviors you won’t tolerate and what behaviors you will appreciate. The rules must be presented in a specific and understandable way for all team members.

Step 4:
Define the Scope of Support

As a team leader, you should be available and ready to provide assistance. However, you must specify what assistance employees can count on and how and when they can ask for it. To avoid misunderstandings, also establish the limits of your support.

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