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Is your 1:1 working for both of you?
Industry perspective · 3 min read
A smooth 1:1 can feel different to each person. Ask what is missing, agree realistic priorities and make support visible.
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Better 1:1s.
Stronger relationships.
Practical guides to alignment, support and follow-through in your 1:1s.
Series
5 frameworks every new manager should know
Ways to coach, give feedback and agree responsibilities, with room for the person in front of you.
Framework 1: Situational Leadership for new managers
A practical guide to Situational Leadership for managers who know one style never fits every person.
Framework 2: The GROW coaching model for better 1:1s
Use Goal, Reality, Options, and Will to agree realistic next steps and the support they need.
Framework 3: SBI feedback that keeps trust intact
Situation, Behavior, Impact is one of the cleanest ways to give feedback without losing trust or sliding into vagueness.
Framework 4: RACI for clearer delegation
RACI helps managers stop vague delegation before it turns into duplicate work, stalled decisions, and ownership fog.
Framework 5: The SCARF model for better 1:1s
Use the SCARF model to understand how status, certainty, autonomy, relatedness, and fairness shape how people respond in 1:1s.
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What is the best 1:1 tool for managers?
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Why Duogenda is built for the 1:1, not the org chart
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How to raise a difficult situation with your manager gracefully
How to raise a concern, ask for specific support and agree what happens next with your manager.
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Cutting software spend without weakening management
A practical case for reducing software overhead without stripping managers of the tools they need to run strong 1:1s.
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A project champion program for growing future leaders
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Help growth goals take shape in your 1:1s
Help growth goals take shape through exposure, choice and regular conversations, with time and support for the next step.