Pete, that is a great way to phrase it - I have been doing that (especially at work) for years, but had not thought about the double win aspect for both parties involved.
During the 90's I was doing mechanical design and had the text "If in doubt, ask" printed at the top of every shop drawing. Foreman reported a 60% drop in mistakes after (2) builds Obviously, some humility is needed (by the machinists) for compliance.
Something I have also encouraged in the manufacturing environments I have worked in. "If you have questions or it is unclear, ask" takes the briefest of seconds but can yield amazing results.
Comments are welcome (and necessary, for good conversation). If you could take the time to be kind and not practice profanity, it would be appreciated. Thanks for posting!
As I retain less shame as I age, I find myself asking more often.
ReplyDeleteAs I well Ed, I as well.
DeleteAs Ed said, asking is more often, and I also try to remember to listen as well.
ReplyDeleteJohn, that is an important point - I have to make the decision to more consciously remember as well. Especially names.
DeleteI've taken to saying "Make me smarter" as a preface to many of my questions. It makes the transfer of knowledge a win-win.
ReplyDeletePete, that is a great way to phrase it - I have been doing that (especially at work) for years, but had not thought about the double win aspect for both parties involved.
DeleteDuring the 90's I was doing mechanical design and had the text "If in doubt, ask" printed at the top of every shop drawing. Foreman reported a 60% drop in mistakes after (2) builds Obviously, some humility is needed (by the machinists) for compliance.
DeleteSomething I have also encouraged in the manufacturing environments I have worked in. "If you have questions or it is unclear, ask" takes the briefest of seconds but can yield amazing results.
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