WIG Huddle
Alternative meeting for teams with little discretionary time
A WIG huddle is an alternative meeting for teams with little discretionary time, where team members review the scoreboard, report on last week's team commitment, and make commitments for the coming week.
- Regular accountability is key to achieving goals
- Team members must be invested in the results and play to win
- The cadence of accountability must be maintained in the midst of the whirlwind
- Review the ScoreboardThe team reviews the scoreboard to learn from successes and failures.Pro tipUse the scoreboard to identify areas for improvement and adjust commitments accordingly.WarningAvoid getting bogged down in details and focus on the key metrics.
- Report on Last Week's Team CommitmentTeam members report on the team's commitment from the previous week.Pro tipEncourage team members to be specific about their commitments and results.WarningAvoid blaming or criticizing team members for not meeting their commitments.
- Make Commitments for the Coming WeekTeam members make new commitments for the coming week.Pro tipEncourage team members to make high-impact commitments that will drive results.WarningAvoid making too many commitments, focus on a few high-impact ones.
Emergency Room Team
The team used WIG huddles to improve their performance and achieved significant results.
OutcomeThe team was able to improve their performance and achieve their WIG.
Not maintaining the cadence of accountability
Failing to hold regular WIG huddles can lead to a lack of focus and accountability among team members.
Not making high-impact commitments
Making commitments that are not focused on the WIG or are not measurable can lead to a lack of progress and accountability.
The concept of the WIG huddle was developed by the authors as an alternative to the WIG session for teams with little discretionary time.
Source · BOOK
Covey, Sean - The 4 Disciplines of Execution