Manager's 1:1 Cheatsheet

Before the Meeting (5 Min Prep)

Review notes from last week's meeting

Check status of their key goals/OKRs

Identify 1 piece of positive feedback

Clear mental space (close email/Slack)

Wellness & Connection

Blockers & Support

Growth & Development

Who

Action Item

Due Date

Use this structure when delivering difficult feedback:

Situation: "In the Tuesday marketing meeting..."

Behavior: "...you interrupted Sarah three times while she was presenting."

Impact: "...it caused her to shut down and we missed hearing her full proposal."