Reflecting on these prompts could help you gauge your working style, have a bit more control over your day and set boundaries with clarity and confidence. Let me know what else you'd add to this list?
Time of the day & energy
What time of the day are you most productive?
When do you have the most energy for teamwork?
How many hours a day do you need for independent work?
What could a good EOD and EOW shutdown routine look like?
Sensemaking
How do you process information—solo/group, verbal/written, quiet/chaos?
Are you naturally a big-picture of details-oriented thinker?
What is your tolerance for uncertainty at work?
Communication
Do you need daily, bi-weekly or weekly touchpoints with your team?
How comfortable are you asking for help, and through which formats–slack (semi-formal), casual run-in (informal), email/ meeting (formal)?
What is your preferred meeting style—in-person, walking, video, or audio-only?
Which communication medium are you most skilled in—written, verbal, non-verbal, visual, or audio-visual?
Psychological safety
How do you need to feel in order to do good work—rested, appreciated, sense of ownership, autonomy, or something else?
How often do you like to hear/give feedback, and in what format?
How could you communicate your needs and style effectively and safely?