Jobsite meetings are an important aspect of any project, but they often have a reputation for being unproductive, lengthy, and a waste of time. To make the most of your jobsite meetings and ensure that everyone involved is on the same page, it’s important to have a proper closing process. One effective method is a Plus/Delta.
What is a Plus/Delta?
The process is straightforward: each person shares one thing they liked (the “plus”) and one thing they think could be improved (the “delta”) about the meeting. Here are five reasons why you should consider ending your meetings with a Plus/Delta:
#1: It improves meeting productivity.
By ending each meeting with a Plus/Delta, you can get feedback on what works and what doesn’t, helping you to make improvements and increase productivity in future meetings.
#2: It encourages open communication.
The Plus/Delta process creates an open and safe environment where everyone can express their thoughts and ideas, leading to a more productive and engaging meeting.
#3: It increases accountability.
When everyone has a chance to share their thoughts on what went well and what could be improved, everyone feels a sense of responsibility for the meeting’s outcome and will be more likely to hold each other accountable for making changes.
#4: It helps to clarify priorities.
When you reflect on what worked well and what needs improvement, it’s easier to prioritize what needs to be done next time. This can help to streamline future meetings and make them more efficient.
#5: It boosts team morale.
Ending a meeting on a positive note with a Plus/Delta can help to boost team morale and foster a sense of collaboration and teamwork. This can lead to increased motivation and better results in future meetings.
Implementing The Plus/Delta Model
Incorporating a Plus/Delta into your jobsite meetings is a simple yet effective way to improve productivity, encourage open communication, increase accountability, prioritize, and boost team morale. So, try it out and see the positive impact it can have on your projects!
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Keyan Zandy, Skiles Group
Keyan is a longtime Lean enthusiast and advocate with a curiosity for how Lean processes and tools can improve teambuilding and teamwork in construction. As Skiles Group’s CEO, Keyan is responsible for driving corporate growth and guiding the company’s strategic direction while maintaining a dual focus on client service and nurturing a progressive company culture. With an emphasis on technological advancement, continuous improvement, and innovation in construction, Keyan shepherds the firm’s commitment to improving project delivery processes via Lean Construction and Lean project planning initiatives. He is the co-author of The Lean Builder: A Builder’s Guide to Applying Lean Tools in the Field, which simplifies and clearly articulates the benefits of seven primary Lean concepts, and delivers them in a highly-relatable, immediately-applicable, and field-friendly manner. Keyan also serves as Chairman for Smart Safety, an award-winning crisis management communication and emergency response tool.
