The Manager's Pocket Guide to Virtual Teams

Step D.Give your perspective/Disclose who you are

•   What it means:

—   Presenting your view in an honest, straightforward and clear manner

•   How it works:

—   Organize your viewpoint

—   Present your viewpoint

—   Demonstrate understanding of the reaction to your viewpoint

The Idea

Giving your perspective is presenting your views in an honest, straightforward and clear manner. Some of the most common reasons for giving your viewpoint are to:

•   Tell others what you think of their behavior or performance;

•   Get feedback on your perspective;

•   Show others you either agree or disagree with them;

•   Communicate your expectations; and

•   Persuade others that your idea, product or service is valid.

The goal is not just to state your opinion, ...