What are Actions?

Actions in OpenBlend make it easier for you to stay motivated and monitor progress towards your goals. 


Creating specific Actions will help you:

  • Create clarity on timeframes of when they need to happen
  • Being able to track all efforts and inputs you make (Developing a growth mindset is all about our inputs!) 
  • Set deadlines to ensure your goals are achieved 


Unlike Objectives which are typically larger, long-term goals, Actions are smaller tasks that are quicker to accomplish. Think of them as your "to do" list.



How to add Actions in OpenBlend 

There are a few ways you can add Actions in OpenBlend: 


  1. Click on the 'Actions' tab under the 'Me' section in your main left-hand navigation 
  2. Click 'View/ Update' on the Actions tile, under 'My Snapshot' on your homepage
  3. Add an Action when discussing any Agenda Item in a 1:1



You will then see the below page to input your Action, including linking this to an area of the platform, a short summary of the Action and a due date. Adding a due date to Actions will enable you to:


  • Prioritise your actions
  • Plan more effectively
  • Prepare for your 1:1s and be more productive


Linking your Actions to a specific OpenBlend module will encourage you to see the big picture and complete your activities. Once you have added the necessary information, click 'Add Action'. 



You can adjust the status of your Action to the following: Open, On Hold, Completed or No longer Relevant. This will help you track and achieve your goals. Your Actions can be viewed, edited and deleted at any time. 


When Actions are created an automated email is sent to you detailing your outstanding Actions, an email is also sent 48 hours before your session to remind you of your Actions and to ensure these are discussed when in session. 


 

View your Team's Actions 

To view your Team's Actions: 

  1. Click on the 'My Team' tab in your left-hand navigation
  2. Under 'Direct Reports' select the team member you'd like to view the Actions of. 
  3. Navigate to 'Actions' in the top menu. 


You will then be able to see all of the Actions and due dates for that team member. You can also email all of their Actions to yourself.



You can also add Actions as an Agenda item for your next 1:1. You can add specific Actions, or Actions overall.