Workforce Institute

Improving 1:1s with Your Direct Reports

This guide was created because there are too many managers out there who have never been taught or trained on how to hold impactful 1:1s — which increase trust and build meaningful relationships with those you work with. 1:1s are a critical way for managers to develop trust and demonstrate that they care for employees.

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Man and Woman Collaborating at Work

Managers are some of the most important positions in any organization. Whether good or bad, managers have significant influence and impact with their actions and attitude. Great managers need to build trust, develop relationships, let employees know they care, and listen to their people. 1:1s are a critical way for managers to develop trust and demonstrate that they care for employees.