From 19668d078f7d201ccdbaeebfe08c95725035559a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Noubar Tedjirian Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:52:55 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] Update communication.md --- src/handbook/company/communication.md | 27 ++++++++++++++++++++++++--- 1 file changed, 24 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/handbook/company/communication.md b/src/handbook/company/communication.md index b84ca3a2cb..c5617a245f 100644 --- a/src/handbook/company/communication.md +++ b/src/handbook/company/communication.md @@ -160,9 +160,30 @@ Example standup messages: #### Monday Team Catchup -We hold an optional team catchup every Monday. This meeting is a chance to share company updates, get to know each other, and talk about anything you want to share, both professionally and personally. - -You can add simple items to the agenda, such as what you did over the weekend or anything that kept you busy. Adding items also helps set the order of conversation and makes sure everyone has space to speak. +1. Purpose & Attendance +Our Monday meeting serves a dual purpose: maintaining organizational alignment as we scale and fostering a connected team culture. +* First 10 Minutes (Mandatory): All team members are expected to join for the Department Spotlight to stay informed on collective progress and high-level goals. +* Remainder of Meeting (Optional): Following the spotlight, the meeting transitions into an open team catch-up. You are welcome to stay to share personal or professional updates, or depart if you need to focus on other priorities. + +2. Format: Department Spotlights +Each Monday, one department will lead a 5–10 minute presentation. These briefings are intended to be concise, high-level, and focused on information that impacts the broader organization. +The rotation will follow a four-week cycle: +* Week 1: Company Update – Focusing on organizational health and "big picture" goals by ZJ +* Week 2: Technology & Product – Demonstrating what we are building and the "why" behind it by Lori, Jamie, and Nick +* Week 3: Sales – Reporting on growth, revenue, and direct customer insights by Michael +* Week 4: Marketing – Highlighting how we are communicating our value to the market by Pablo + +3. Presenter Guidelines +To maintain a high-energy pace and respect the team's time: + +* Content: Focus on three pillars: Recent Wins, Current Challenges, and Upcoming Milestones. +* Time Limit: 10 minutes maximum (including 2 minutes for Q&A). +* Visuals: Keep to 3–5 high-impact, data-informed slides. +* Deadline: Share your slides in the #General channel by EOD Friday prior to your presentation. + +4. Open Agenda (Optional Segment) +For the latter portion of the meeting, team members are encouraged to add items to the agenda. This is an informal space to share weekend highlights, personal news, or professional updates that keep you busy. +Effective Date: This new format begins Monday, February 2nd, 2026. #### Strategy Call From 5a7b6fd1e6ac8b6e2372c0ff0391b9ab30bab9e7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Noubar Tedjirian Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:01:47 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] Update src/handbook/company/communication.md Co-authored-by: Zeger-Jan van de Weg --- src/handbook/company/communication.md | 8 ++++---- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/handbook/company/communication.md b/src/handbook/company/communication.md index c5617a245f..fd2ef6c7ec 100644 --- a/src/handbook/company/communication.md +++ b/src/handbook/company/communication.md @@ -168,10 +168,10 @@ Our Monday meeting serves a dual purpose: maintaining organizational alignment a 2. Format: Department Spotlights Each Monday, one department will lead a 5–10 minute presentation. These briefings are intended to be concise, high-level, and focused on information that impacts the broader organization. The rotation will follow a four-week cycle: -* Week 1: Company Update – Focusing on organizational health and "big picture" goals by ZJ -* Week 2: Technology & Product – Demonstrating what we are building and the "why" behind it by Lori, Jamie, and Nick -* Week 3: Sales – Reporting on growth, revenue, and direct customer insights by Michael -* Week 4: Marketing – Highlighting how we are communicating our value to the market by Pablo +* Week 1: Company Update – Focusing on organizational health and "big picture" goals by the CEO +* Week 2: Technology & Product – Demonstrating what we are building and the "why" behind it by the Engineering & Product leadership +* Week 3: Sales – Reporting on growth, revenue, and direct customer insights by Sales leadership +* Week 4: Marketing – Highlighting how we are communicating our value to the market by marketing leadership 3. Presenter Guidelines To maintain a high-energy pace and respect the team's time: