team communication

Shared workplace messaging

Team communication is the exchange of information among people working together toward shared goals.

It encompasses meetings, emails, chat messages, and informal conversations that coordinate efforts and align understanding.

Good team communication reduces misunderstandings and keeps projects moving: We need to improve our team communication before the product launch.

Opposites
collaboration vs. isolation

team communicationsolo work

Creation by one person

independent work · isolation · self-reliance · going it alone

transparency vs. secrecy

team communicationinformation silos

Isolated pockets of unshared knowledge

secrecy · gatekeeping · non-disclosure · radio silence · stonewalling

coordination vs. dysfunction

team communicationcommunication breakdown

Failure to convey meaning

miscommunication · poor communication · dysfunction · disorganization · crossed wires

Family

communication

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