Daily huddles – think 5 to 15 minutes – are used to share immediate updates, daily metrics, or roadblocks so that the team can sync and react fast. Typically these are held at the start of the day. For companies that span multiple timezones it can be a challenge to get these on a schedule that works for all parties and starts at the beginning of the day so do your best and balance reasonableness and immediacy.
Note that these can quickly get stale if they don’t provide value so encourage the team to keep updates short and focused on important items. This isn’t about listing out all the mundane stuff you’re doing – it’s about sharing items of substance.
Agenda
- What I did yesterday – Each team member briefly shares completed tasks or progress.
- What I will do today – Each member shares plans for the day.
- Blockers or issues – Highlight any impediments requiring attention.
- Goal: Maintain transparency, resolve blockers quickly, and keep everyone aligned on daily goals.