Often there’s a problem that needs discussing, but your boss always seems too busy. So, you keep it quiet and hope it goes away. Sound familiar? Without regular one-on-ones, team members’ work might be overlooked and development opportunities forgotten. Other workplace problems, such as team disputes or mistakes, could also get ignored. Good one-on-ones are the cornerstone of effective management and teamwork.
Source: Mind Tools, August 16, 2016.
There are five key ingredients for making your one-on-one meeting a “recipe for success.”
- The right venue
- The right timing
- The right scope
- The right tone
- The right outcomes
INSIGHTS: Good one-on-ones help you empathize with your team members and to make the most of their performance. They are also opportunities for you to identify coaching and training needs that focus on people’s personal and organizational goals. One-on-ones should take place in a safe and confidential space, in which you can share concerns with one another and exchange feedback without judgment.