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Setting ground rules in partnership can make a great difference
in helping to build robust relationships and smooth partnership
working. Ground rules can be built into partnership agreements as
guiding principles, while mutually agreed rules for meetings and
workshops can help ensure productive outcomes.
In governing the partnership
- focus on partnership added value - the difference that the
partnership should make, to the benefit of the area/ customers/
beneficiaries
- spring no surprises
- deal promptly and constructively with issues needing resolution
- support each other
- adhere to decisions agreed by the partnership
- communicate effectively - being open, sharing information and
knowledge
- learn continually - building common knowledge, understanding
and skills to improve effectiveness
In meetings
Ideally, these are for policing by the partners themselves, not
the chair or a facilitator…
- avoid use of jargon and abbreviations
- take time to explain concepts
- don't hesitate to ask questions
- don't make assumptions about others (their positions, understanding,
etc)
- respect the contributions of others
- listen
- don't interrupt
- no side chats
- don't jump to criticise, or dismiss innovative ideas
- be open to challenge and being influenced
- be constructive at all times
- be willing to accept and give feedback
- keep to time
- all mobile phones off
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