Building Trust in One-on-One Meetings

This chapter highlights the critical role of trust and safety in one-on-one meetings for new managers and hires. It shares practical advice on meeting frequency, preferred locations, and the importance of thoughtful dialogue to enhance engagement. The discussion also emphasizes effective meeting closure strategies, scheduling practices, and the need for continuous evaluation to foster better leadership relationships.

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Endless meetings can be exhausting — but what if they could actually be productive and meaningful? Kim and Amy talk with Dr. Steven Rogelberg, author of Glad We Met and The Surprising Science of Meetings, about how to run effective meetings and make every minute count — especially during one-on-one meetings. Steven shares research-backed tips for running better meetings, from framing agendas as questions to setting clear meeting norms that invite everyone’s voice. He explains why one-on-one meetings are the most important conversations managers can have, how they build trust, strengthen relationships, and boost team performance, and why they should never be replaced by an email. If you’re ready to spend less time in unproductive meetings and more time having conversations that count, this episode offers helpful guidance on meeting best practices, better collaboration, and creating space for real connection.

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