Leading Better 1:1s

A Mini Course To Turn
Awkward, Unproductive 1:1s Into
Conversations That Actually Matter

As a leader, you want your team to do great work—and actually enjoy doing it...

But too often, work feels more frustrating than fulfilling. Unresolved issues linger, small problems snowball, and underperformance adds to your plate.

You want to fix it, but there’s never enough time!...

You try to have 1:1s, but they feel like pointless status updates—or worse, canceled alltogether.

And when that happens, people feel unimportant, disengaged, and problems pile up.

The truth is, 1:1s have the power to transform your team. When done right, they stop issues before they escalate, build trust, and develop people into high performers who love their work.

This Mini Course will show you how to break the avoidance cycle and start leading 1:1s that actually make a difference!

The simple shift that turns 1:1s into a powerful tool for engagement and performance

A foolproof way to structure 1:1s so they’re effective, not time-wasting

The two-question framework that makes every conversation easier and more impactful

How to stop avoiding tough conversations—and prevent small issues from becoming big problems

Practical ways to build trust and create a culture of growth

How to give constructive feedback without stress or awkwardness

Simple listening skills that make people feel heard and understood

How to lead career growth conversations that inspire and motivate

Proven strategies to deal with difficult conversations and conflict

3 easy-to-use tools that will make your 1:1s more valuable and engaging

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Between endless tasks, back-to-back meetings, and barely finding time to eat lunch, adding another meeting to your schedule feels impossible.

But here’s the truth: 1:1s aren’t just another meeting—they are your secret weapon for building an engaged, high-performing team.

The numbers speak for themselves:

Employees who receive regular, meaningful feedback are 4x more engaged. (Gallup)

92% of employees believe well-delivered constructive feedback improves performance. (HBR)

Yet only 26% feel they get enough feedback to truly excel. (HBR)

The #1 Mistake Leaders Make in 1:1s?

Turning them into status updates.

These meetings aren’t about the work—they’re about the people doing the work.

If your 1:1s aren’t leading to growth, motivation, and real conversations, it’s time to rethink them. This course will show you how.

“The single biggest problem in communication is
the illusion that it has taken place.”– George Bernard Shaw

1:1s aren’t just another meeting—they’re one of the most powerful tools you have as a leader. When done right, they create trust, engagement, and real progress.

They help you:

Build trust and psychological safety