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[–] 24 points 6 months ago (6 children)

If you have to whine or criticize something make sure to have a way to make it better. If you bring up a problem, bring up the solution with you.

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  • [+] 34 points 6 months ago (3 children)
  • [–] 3 points 6 months ago

    I get rather annoyed when someone says "I have a problem" without any further thought shown toward it.

    Sure, you don't need to always have the solution, but if you have something worth complaining about then it's something worth putting at least a little time and effort into thinking about solving before complaining. That reflection will often come through in how the problem gets put forward such that it's easier for everyone to help find a solution.

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  • [–] 9 points 6 months ago (1 child)

    This is great advice. I've heard it refined to "bring the energy to be part of the solution" - which clarifies that one doesn't have to have all the answers, but had better be willing to engage with solving whatever one complains about.

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  • [–] 2 points 6 months ago

    When I managed a team, my one big rule was to always have them try to offer something constructive to a problem, rather than them come tell me there was a problem and hope I fix it.

    I would quote the Simpsons, "We've tried nothing and we're out of ideas" (I never said this condescendingly)

    Eventually they would come up with quick ideas and share them. And regardless if they were right or not, I would encourage them to go further and try out their idea without solving it for them. This built so much confidence in the team, they did amazing work.

    Bringing the energy to be part of the solution (you don't need to SOLVE it) really can bring a team together

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