PRISM for Teams — Easy Mode (save this)
Most teams don’t have a people problem—they have a placement problem. Use PRISM to put people where they shine, add a counter-balance, and adjust when calm vs. under pressure. 1) Staff to strengths Pro (4D): designs the system, sets standards, teaches. Strong (3D): tackles complex work, mentors peers. Steady (2D): runs the routine play with SOPs & checklists. Careful (1D): lighter scope, clear templates, peer review. 2) Buddy checks (to catch blind spots) Data ↔ Values: KPIs meet “should we?” Logic ↔ People: rules meet message & impact. Vision ↔ Reality: long-range plan meets field test. Ideas ↔ Routines: brainstorm meets QA & adoption. 3) When calm vs. under pressure Calm (N+): pre-commit checklist, small batches, tight feedback loops. Pressure (N−): widen options, rotate ownership, add an external review. Try it this week (10-minute setup) List your top 5 team tasks. Mark each person’s level per task: Pro / Strong / Steady / Careful. Assign the owner by strongest level. Add a counter-buddy.