Cloverleaf Discover isn’t just for self-reflection, it’s a tool to help you lead with greater insight, empathy, and clarity. This brief guide gives you practical prompts across five key themes to help you motivate, communicate, engage, grow and develop your teams and direct reports.
Use this guide during 1-on-1 prep, team meetings, or when you need help approaching a moment that matters.
Motivation & Engagement Issues
"I just can't seem to get [Name] to take initiative. They do the work, but it's like pulling teeth to get them excited about anything beyond their core tasks."
"My team seems… flat. The energy's just not there, and I'm worried about burnout even though we're not overloaded."
"How do I light a fire under [Name]? They're so talented, but they're coasting. I know they could do so much more."
"We're seeing a dip in quality from [Team Member]. I think they've checked out a bit, but I can't pinpoint why."
Performance & Accountability Gaps
"I'm constantly chasing [Name] for updates. Deadlines are slipping, and it's impacting the rest of the team."
"I've given feedback to [Name] three times on the same issue, and nothing's changing. What am I missing here?"
"Some folks just aren't pulling their weight, and it's creating resentment among the people who are. How do I address that without demotivating everyone?"
"I'm getting pushback on new processes, and it's slowing everything down. It feels like some people just don't want to adapt."
Interpersonal & Team Dynamics
"There's definitely some tension between [Name 1] and [Name 2]. They're not collaborating effectively, and it's creating a weird vibe in meetings."
"I've got a team member who just dominates every conversation. Others are starting to disengage because they can't get a word in."
"Someone on the team is constantly complaining, and it's really dragging down morale for everyone else. How do I address it without making them feel singled out?"
"We have a great culture, but one person's negativity is starting to infect the whole group. I need to nip this in the bud."
"I'm noticing a lack of psychological safety; people are hesitant to speak up or challenge ideas, and I think it's because of [specific person/dynamic]."
Communication Challenges
"Information just isn't flowing effectively. I feel like I'm repeating myself constantly, or things are getting lost in translation."
"My directs aren't coming to me with problems until they're emergencies. I wish they'd flag things earlier."
"I'm struggling to get my message across to [Name]. It feels like we're speaking different languages sometimes."
"I get a lot of 'yes' in meetings, but then the actions don't follow. Are people truly understanding, or just agreeing to agree?"
Growth & Development Hurdles
"How do I keep my high-performers challenged and engaged? I don't want them to get bored and look elsewhere."
"I have a promising junior team member, but they're really struggling with self-doubt. How do I build their confidence?"
"My directs keep asking me for all the answers instead of trying to figure things out themselves. I want to empower them to be more independent."
Summary
Cloverleaf Discover isn’t just for self-reflection. It’s a hands-on tool to help you lead with more insight, empathy, and clarity. This quick guide gives you conversation starters and coaching prompts across five key areas: motivation, accountability, team dynamics, communication, and growth.
Whether you’re getting ready for a 1-on-1, a team meeting, or just need help navigating a tricky moment, these prompts are here to help you show up as a more confident, connected leader.