PLAY PODCASTS
How to Set Expectations so “Done” Actually Gets Done
Season 8 · Episode 9

How to Set Expectations so “Done” Actually Gets Done

Most teams think “done” means the same thing until a deadline hits. Then you find out it doesn’t.In this episode I break down why “done” falls apart on teams and how you can fix it with clear expectations and steady communication.

People, Process, Progress: Leadership from Critical Care to the Boardroom · Kevin Pannell

November 24, 202510m 25s

Audio is streamed directly from the publisher (media.blubrry.com) as published in their RSS feed. Play Podcasts does not host this file. Rights-holders can request removal through the copyright & takedown page.

Show Notes

Most teams think “done” means the same thing until a deadline hits. Then you find out it doesn’t.


In this episode I break down why “done” falls apart on teams and how you can fix it with clear expectations and steady communication. I’ll share a moment where my own project drifted because I assumed everyone shared the same definition. We’ll walk through how to line people up, how to simplify the process, and how to follow through without micromanaging. This is a practical episode you can put to work today.