The Only 1:1 Template You Need

I Love 1:1s… When They’re Done Well

We waste so much time in 1:1s that frankly…aren’t done well. That end up being just chit chat. Now, don’t get me wrong — banter, small talk…they all have a place. It’s important to have trust, camaraderie, and report with your team members. But, it’s also important to have effective 1:1 meetings.

You NEED Impactful 1:1s

Impactful 1:1s help you do a few things in your role as a leader or manager:

1. You understand if your employee is over/under preforming
2. You learn the status of projects and initiatives
3. You get to know your direct report and their motivations, fears, concerns, and strengths
4. You’re able to coach, train, teach, and mentor your direct report
5. You can provide feedback
6. You can receive feedback
7. You can disseminate key business information
8. You can build trust + a sense of safety

Ultimately, YOU make or break your direct report’s workplace experience. You are one of the key pillars that impact’s their day to day experience. You have the responsibility to truly lead them, and this is something that happens regularly, often, and through impactful interactions.