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I asked Bard to take my episode notes and write an email (newsletter) based on the contents. It’s barely edited.
Subject: Gut Check
Hi Team,
I'm writing to you today to talk about the importance of gut checks. As we all know, things change all the time. Sometimes, those changes are small and incremental, but other times they're big and disruptive. When those big changes happen, it's important to take a step back and do a gut check.
A gut check is simply a time to reflect on what's changed, what your options are, and what you want to do moving forward. It's a time to be honest with yourself and your team about what you're feeling, and it's a time to come up with a plan for how you're going to move forward.
Gut checks can be difficult, but they're essential for staying on track and making sure that you're moving in the right direction. They're also a great way to build trust and camaraderie with your team. When you take the time to do a gut check, you're showing your team that you're willing to be vulnerable and that you care about their input.
So, how do you do a gut check? Here are a few tips:
Set aside some time to reflect. Don't try to do a gut check in the middle of a project. Take some time to sit down and really think about what's changed and what you want to do moving forward.
Be honest with yourself and your team. Don't be afraid to share your fears, your doubts, and your hopes. The more honest you are, the better.
Come up with a plan. Once you've had some time to reflect, it's time to come up with a plan for how you're going to move forward. This doesn't have to be a detailed plan, but it should give you some general direction.
Be flexible. Things change, so it's important to be flexible with your plan. Don't be afraid to adjust your plan as needed.
Gut checks are an important part of any successful team. If you're not doing them, I encourage you to start. They'll help you stay on track, make better decisions, and build stronger relationships with your team.
Thanks, [Your Name]