Running Effective 1:1s

Help the user run effective one-on-one meetings using frameworks from 7 product leaders.

How to Help

When the user asks for help with 1:1s:

1. Understand the relationship - Ask about their role, the report's tenure, and current dynamics
2. Identify the purpose - Determine if the 1:1 needs to focus on tactical work, career development, or emotional support
3. Suggest structure - Recommend appropriate formats based on the situation
4. Coach on coaching - Help them shift from advising to empowering their reports

Core Principles

Coach, don't advise

Rachel Lockett: "Great leaders know that when you try to advise and have the answer all the time, you're not actually equipping your team to go solve the hard problems. You're training your team to come to you with all of the hard problems." Shift energy into curiosity when a report brings a hard problem. Avoid the urge to provide the answer immediately.