
Listen well. Connect deeply.
GROUNDED GUIDE · BONUS RESOURCE
Welcome someone new
“Glad you are here. What would make this week feel a little steadier?”
“You can begin with Your values in Foundations. Is there a first step you would like help finding?”
Support a weekly commitment
1. Ask permission: “Would it help to talk through your plan?”
2. Clarify: “What would done look like this week?”
3. Simplify: “What is the smallest useful version?”
4. Make room: “When could you realistically do it?”
5. Agree support: “Would you like encouragement, a question or a check-in?”
When a plan does not happen
“What got in the way?”
“What did you learn?”
“What is one adjustment worth trying?”
Close with their words
“So your next action is ____, at ____. Have I understood?”
Good company guidelines
Listen before advising. Avoid diagnosing, fixing or pushing for personal details. Keep commitments realistic. Respect a no. Ask before sharing someone else’s story.
Your next step
welcome one new member or offer a thoughtful reply. Useful support is specific, kind and freely chosen.

The Good Company Conversation Kit
Grounded Guide bonus: thoughtful prompts for welcoming newcomers and supporting a useful accountability conversation.