I’m at my best when:
Example: I have plenty of heads down work time. I also appreciate knowing when I’m doing well and having the right impact.
What makes me grumpy:
Example: When I feel a lack of trust and autonomy to do the work I feel is important or exciting. When I don’t get recognition for the effort I’m giving.
Areas I want to develop:
I'd love coaching on [...]
Career goal discussions:
I’d like to discuss progress towards my career goals by [format] every [frequency]
My preferred feedback style and cadence:
Example: I prefer written feedback versus live/video feedback. My ideal is a Slack message or email with an invitation to followup via video soon after. I need quick resolution to the feedback I receive, so hopping on a call or being responsive via email/Slack is best.
My preferred way to receive recognition:
Example: Public makes me quite self-conscious, so I’d say maybe a 30/70 split of public to private.
What makes 1:1s valuable for me:
My approach to holding 1:1s is to create a space that is trustworthy, worthwhile, and effective for the teammate. I value this time to connect with you and to support you. I don’t have any “blueprint” for how a 1:1 should work. If the teammate gets value from it, then that makes me incredibly happy! In general, I view 1:1s as a dedicated time for you to bring whatever is on your mind. I’ve heard it said that “you get out of a 1:1 what you put into it,” which I agree with mostly (it’s not always so black-and-white, but it’s a good starting point).
My expectations of your contribution to our 1:1:
I expect you to set your own agenda, track your own notes, and manage follow-ups from our one-on-ones. I will add thoughts from time to time, but the agenda is primarily yours. I’d love for us to figure out the right cadence for more in depth feedback, but please plan to give me feedback on what you need more of or less of from me each week.
One of my weaknesses is:
I can be too hands-off, too early. If you see me doing this, please nudge me closer to you.
Feedback from you:
Each time we meet I'll ask what you need more of and less of from me so I can adjust to best support you. I prefer to receive feedback asynchronously via Slack or email.
Cadence:
Let’s do our best to meet every week. We'll set up a recurring calendar event.
Agenda:
The agenda for each one-on-one should be set by [time] before our meeting by [team member and/or manager].
Recurring topics:
Every [insert time], we will review your personal goals or your area goals.
Every [insert time] we will review career growth and development.
Feedback:
Let’s give each other feedback in [style] way and [type of] form
Wins:
Let’s celebrate wins in this way [...]