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title: How to run one-on-ones
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date: 2022-01-27 21:41:04
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updated: 2025-06-13 11:58:55
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excerpt: How to run one-on-ones with your direct report as a manager.
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categories: management
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The direct always goes first. If the manager goes first, it insinuates that he or she is more important. That sends the wrong message and you'll only lose respect.
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For the first 15 minutes, the direct can talk about anything—whether it's work-related or not. Status updates, weekend activities, etc. This is the direct's time so let him or her have it.
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For the first 15 minutes, the direct can talk about anything—whether it's work-related or not. Status updates, weekend activities, hobbies, etc. This is the direct's time so let him or her have it.
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Use this time to learn about the direct and develop rapport. It's hard to lead a person if you don't know the person at a fundamental level. Be open and curious. Note the direct's likes and dislikes. Jot down the direct's feelings and motivations.
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If the direct goes over time, that's okay. If there's something you want to bring up, let your direct know before the meeting ends.
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If the direct goes over time, that's okay. If there's something you'd like to bring up, let your direct know before the meeting ends.
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### 15 minutes for me
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There will be lighthearted as well as serious conversations. There will be moments where you have to be brutally honest. But when 1:1's are done correctly, they will help the direct and you grow. It's a two-way street where by making your direct report better, the direct will make you better.
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There will be lighthearted as well as serious conversations. There will be moments where you have to be brutally honest. But when 1:1's are done correctly, they will help the direct and you grow. It's a two-way street where by making your direct better, the direct makes you better.
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How does this compare to how you run 1:1's? Let me know in the comments below.
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