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WigglySushi
WigglySushi
Stealth

1:1 Meeting topics

Hello Everyone, I’m a software engineer with around 1.5 yoe not sure about what should I talk in my 1:1 meetings with my manager apart from feedback.

It would be very helpful if you can provide some topics or ways to improve the 1:1 meetings with managers.

Like how to talk about money, hike, promotions without sounding greedy or awkward.

11mo ago
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JazzyNugget
JazzyNugget
Oracle11mo

A good manager should know what kind of person you are, and then tailor the 1:1 accordingly. Having said that, a good employee should also be proactive in letting the manager know what works for them and what doesn't.

Here's what an ideal regular 1:1 looks to me (been practicing for a while as well)

  • first 5-10 minutes on updates from personal life, that each other should know about
  • next 5-10 minutes on action items from the last 1:1
  • next 10-15 minutes on where you can go from here

The last part is where I sometimes get up and close, and ask some very pressing questions, some of which are:

  • what's the 1 thing I've done since the last 1:1 that you didn't like (or that I can improve on)
  • what's the 1 major accomplishment or improvement that you've seen from the last 1:1
  • what's the 1 thing I can do (as an employee) to improve/help your work as a manager

If none of these work for you, the best alternative would be to talk about the tech world, and what you can incorporate in your work/product/service.

Hope this helps! :)

BubblyCupcake
BubblyCupcake
Stealth11mo

I agree with all of these points.

You should also discuss about your long term goals.
And also share any concerns that you have as well. But in a positive way.

Don’t give a chance to let your manager say that they didn’t know about your expectations.

SwirlyTaco
SwirlyTaco
Veritas11mo

Thanks for such a great detailed response!

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