If your one-on-ones have turned into status updates, you’re missing the best part. This playbook helps you make the meeting about them: how they’re doing, what’s in their way, and where they want to grow.
INSIDE THE PLAYBOOK (1 page)
A 3-step framework: Connect, Explore, Develop
Two-minute prep so you walk in clear
Real wording for the hardest part
A short checklist for your next move
THE COMPANION TOOL: One-on-One Meeting Template (3 pages)
A reusable meeting template with prompts for wellbeing, performance, goals, roadblocks, and development, plus space for notes and follow-ups.
USE THIS WHEN
One-on-ones feel repetitive
Employees bring only project updates
Engagement appears to be slipping
You want stronger relationships
YOU’LL KNOW IT’S WORKING WHEN
Employees talk more than the manager
Roadblocks are identified early
Growth conversations happen regularly
WHAT YOU GET
Instant download: one zip file with three print-ready PDFs (US Letter). The playbook, the One-on-One Meeting Template, and a one-page Before You Begin guide.
If your one-on-ones have turned into status updates, you’re missing the best part. This playbook helps you make the meeting about them: how they’re doing, what’s in their way, and where they want to grow.
INSIDE THE PLAYBOOK (1 page)
A 3-step framework: Connect, Explore, Develop
Two-minute prep so you walk in clear
Real wording for the hardest part
A short checklist for your next move
THE COMPANION TOOL: One-on-One Meeting Template (3 pages)
A reusable meeting template with prompts for wellbeing, performance, goals, roadblocks, and development, plus space for notes and follow-ups.
USE THIS WHEN
One-on-ones feel repetitive
Employees bring only project updates
Engagement appears to be slipping
You want stronger relationships
YOU’LL KNOW IT’S WORKING WHEN
Employees talk more than the manager
Roadblocks are identified early
Growth conversations happen regularly
WHAT YOU GET
Instant download: one zip file with three print-ready PDFs (US Letter). The playbook, the One-on-One Meeting Template, and a one-page Before You Begin guide.