How to use YESbox – Cards for Value Conversations

YESbox – Cards for Value Conversations

Create meaningful, engaging one-to-one conversations that focus on what truly matters to each employee.

YESbox – Cards for Value Conversations helps managers and employees have deeper, more rewarding development conversations based on each individual’s values, priorities and needs. The cards guide a structured dialogue built on the understanding that every employee is unique, with different experiences, motivations and perspectives.

Part of the conversation is dedicated to reflection and exploring how we prioritize, communicate and make decisions. Reflection is a powerful driver of learning and personal development. It helps employees move beyond simply reacting to situations and instead understand their own behaviours, emotions and choices, as well as those of others.

The result is a meaningful dialogue where the manager also has the opportunity to strengthen their coaching and active listening skills.

How it works

1. The employee selects and prioritizes the value cards that are most important in their current work situation.
2. For each selected card, the manager asks coaching questions using an open, curious and attentive approach.
3. Document key insights and reflections together.
4. Based on the discussion, create personal development goals and concrete actions for follow-up.
5. End the conversation by agreeing on the next follow-up meeting.

Why use YESbox?

When conversations begin with the employee’s own values and priorities, they quickly become more relevant, engaging and meaningful.

With YESbox you can:

• Build stronger relationships between managers and employees.
• Gain a deeper understanding of what motivates each individual.
• Improve listening and coaching skills.
• Encourage employees to take greater ownership and initiative.
• Create development conversations that lead to meaningful actions and long-term growth.

By starting with what matters most to the employee, conversations become more authentic, productive and valuable for everyone involved.

This edition of YESbox is in English.