Course 2, Discussion 3: High Expectations and High Warmth

@FrenchToast

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth? 

This will totally affect my team and it's productivity! A leader should have a balance of warmth and expectations, if not then the whole environment will not be a welcoming place & indirectly will affect to everyone's low moods and less productivity!

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

Having this will result in less work. The community cannot thrive. Although a leader should have warmth and a bit expectations, but it should be up to a standard. Being a lot warm & having low standards , will let the community exploit u and it won't work properly. It will also impact the fellow leaders as they'll feel like I don't have interest in it & indirectly ruining my relationship with them!

@FrenchToast

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?

If I'm a leader and have too high expectations and low warmth, people are going to burn out and lose motivation for what they are doing. If I'm too high in warmth and low in expectations, I would be very kind and empathetic, but standards would slip and lead to ineffective work.

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

Low Expectations: I may not be able to enforce a good standard of work; in the community this may mean that members don't get the support they need and in working with my fellow leaders this may mean I don't pull my weight enough and lower the standards.

Low Warmth: If I lack warmth, the community may feel like I have no empathy for them and that I don't care enough. They may feel like I am not offering the high quality care and support they deserve. For my work with other leaders, if I lack warmth then I may be quick to judge what they are doing/not doing instead of understanding why and supporting them. They may be reluctant to ask me for support.

@FrenchToast If a 7 Cups leader has an imbalance of expectations and warmth, it can lead to various challenges. If expectations are too high without enough warmth, leaders might feel overwhelmed, stressed, and unmotivated, which could result in decreased productivity and potential burnout. On the other hand, if there's excessive warmth without adequate expectations, leaders might lack motivation and accountability, leading to complacency and a lack of personal growth.

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?
It could lead to negative effects in general, like discouragement and demotivation to try your best in something. In terms of things it would affect specifically, maybe the atmosphere as well as my drive to actually fulfil things here

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?
I think people typically look for comfort and validation when it comes to the things we do, whether it be simple tasks or a work assignment. So, for both the community and fellow leaders, I believe that having the balance can help with the flow and how productivity is for everyone longterm. 

@FrenchToast

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?

Having the right balance between expecting good work and being friendly is super important for how we get things done together. If we expect a lot but don't show kindness, it can affect both personal and collective productivity.

On the flip side, if we're all about being friendly and nice but don't expect much, it can lead to passivity and complacency about our tasks. Things might not get done as well as they could, and it might be harder to keep track of what needs to happen.

Finding the right mix of expecting good work and being friendly helps us create a warm and effective work environment. It keeps everyone motivated, the work quality high, and the relationships strong. It's like finding the sweet spot that makes everything work well together.

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

For the users, it might make them feel like we're unsupportive, disrespectful, and suitable for providing guidance and support.

For our fellow leaders, it could mess up how we work together. They might think I'm unreliable, uncooperative, and unprofessional. This can make it hard for us to get things done effectively.

@FrenchToast

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?   As with imbalance of anything, it is going to create stress and chaos in the environment.

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

1.  I think of the balance scales on this.  If you have too little warmth, expectations will rise.  A high amount of expectations and little warmth can create a stressful community that people don’t want to be a part of.  If you have few expectations, warmth goes up and you have an environment where people don’t think they have to meet the expectations.

2.  Too little if either affects the balance of a leadership team.  It can wreak havoc amongst a leadership team making it ineffective and unable to fulfill the mission of the community.

1. What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?

High expectations and warmth are good but imbalance of these two will indicate abnormalities which will impact productivity greatly. 

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders

Low expectations will affect the overall vision and mission of any community.

It will reduce supports and encouragement 

@FrenchToast

✒️ What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?

In my opinion, having an imbalance of expectations and warmth as a 7 Cups leader can lead to a range of outcomes. When there is a disparity between expectations and warmth, it can impact the dynamics and effectiveness of my role. 

1) Expectations

Scenario 1: If my expectations are too high, it can create undue pressure and unrealistic standards for both myself and the community members. This may result in feelings of inadequacy, burnout, and a decreased ability to provide effective support. 

Scenario 2: If my expectations are too low, it can lead to complacency and a lack of motivation among community members. They may not feel challenged to actively engage or strive for personal growth, which can hinder their progress. 

2) Warmth

Warmth plays a critical role in fostering a supportive and empathetic environment. 

Scenario 1: If I provide insufficient warmth, community members may feel unwelcome or discouraged from seeking help. It can hinder the development of trust and connection. This  impedes the overall sense of safety and comfort within the community. 

Scenario 2: Conversely, an abundance of my warmth can create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere, which encourages individuals to share their struggles and seek support. 

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

If I have too low of expectations or provide too little warmth, it can have significant impacts on both the community and my relationships with fellow leaders.

1. Impact on the community: When I have low expectations, it can result in reduced motivation and accountability among community members. They may not feel challenged or inspired to actively engage and grow within the community. This could hinder their progress and limit the overall growth and vibrancy of the community.

Additionally, if I fail to provide sufficient warmth, it can create an unwelcoming and unsupportive environment. It may discourage individuals from seeking help and hinder the development of trust and connection. People need to feel a sense of empathy, understanding, and support in order to feel safe and comfortable opening up about their struggles.

2. Impact on working with fellow leaders: If I set low expectations for my fellow leaders, it can lead to a fragmented approach to leadership. Without a shared vision and clear goals, collaboration and synergy among leaders may suffer. This can hinder the effectiveness of the leadership team and impede our ability to support the community effectively.

Moreover, if I don't provide enough warmth in my interactions with fellow leaders, it can create a tense and unsupportive atmosphere. Building strong relationships and effective communication requires empathy, respect, and a sense of camaraderie. Without these elements, our ability to work together harmoniously and achieve shared objectives may be compromised.

✨ The solution:

To ensure a thriving community and foster strong relationships with fellow leaders, it is crucial for me to strike a balance. I need to set reasonable expectations that challenge and inspire community members to grow, while also providing a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe to seek help. Similarly, I should cultivate a collaborative and empathetic atmosphere among fellow leaders, where we can openly communicate, support one another, and work together towards our shared goals! 😊💪🏻🌹

✒️ Respond to one of your peers in this thread.

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~ Xaverie

What do you think happens if you, a 7 Cups leader, have an imbalance of expectations and warmth?

If i have an imbalance of expectations and warmth, It will definitely show in how i handle my daily task and which will result to low productivity.

✒️ How do you think having too low of expectations, or too little warmth, will impact 1.) the community, and 2.) impact how you work with your fellow leaders?

1. Too low of expectations or warmth in a community can result to disrespect for the leaders, others and the core values of 7 cup. They will also lead to low motivation which affect members participations within the community.

2. There will be frictions in communication within team members thereby affecting the tasks that are supposed to be done.