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Supercharge Your One-on-One Meetings
Jan 9, 2024
Steven Rogelberg, Chancellor's Professor at UNC Charlotte and author of "Glad We Met," dives into the nuances of one-on-one meetings. He shares actionable tips for structuring these crucial interactions to enhance employee engagement and retention. Highlighting common pitfalls, Rogelberg critiques the lack of training for managers and stresses the importance of preparation and adaptability during discussions. He emphasizes that well-conducted one-on-ones can significantly impact team dynamics and individual career growth.
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Quick takeaways
- Effective one-on-one meetings promote employee engagement, talent retention, team success, and inclusive leadership.
- Weekly or bi-weekly one-on-one meetings are most beneficial as they build momentum and allow for tracking recurring themes and progress.
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The Importance of One-on-One Meetings
One-on-one meetings are crucial for individual career progression and team success. However, many organizations fail to provide training or guidance for managers in conducting effective one-on-ones. Common mistakes include the manager dominating the conversation, infrequent meetings, lack of agenda or plan, and failing to address personal needs of the direct report. Effective one-on-one meetings promote employee engagement, talent retention, team success, and inclusive leadership. These meetings also contribute to the manager's own satisfaction in helping others. Organizations should prioritize training managers in conducting impactful one-on-ones and hold them accountable for their effectiveness.
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