Best Practices
True or False: 1:1s should be used primarily as status update meetings.
False
What is the primary purpose of 1:1 meetings?
Help your direct reports
True or False: 1:1s should always be once a week for 30 minutes
False
Instead of task focused, 1:1s should be _____ focused.
People
Who should drive the agenda of the 1:1?
The employee
1:1 meetings should be held _____, not randomly.
Consistently; on time
Focus on the _____, not just the employee.
Person
1:1 meetings require _____ to build accountability.
Follow ups
When holding your 1:1, try to follow the ____.
Agenda
Name one way to follow up or drive accountability after a 1:1.
Track action items in a shared document/tool; recap in an email
Built-in _____ is when both an employee and manager have documented action items and due dates associated with them.
Accountability
Name one 1:1 practice that could negatively impact trust in a manager.
Frequently rescheduling or canceling; showing up late; lacking interest in getting to know employee
ROLE PLAY: Act out giving constructive feedback
Nice job!
ROLE PLAY: Act out helping an employee find the answer rather than spoon feeding them the answer.
Nice!
ROLE PLAY: Act out a situation in which it's best not to coach.
Yes!