In Part 2 of this conversation, Kim and Jada pick up the “cliffhanger” from the previous episode and reveal the leadership tool hiding in plain sight: one-on-one check-ins. But this is not a conversation about adding more meetings to your calendar. It is about making better use of the time you already have.

They unpack why recurring check-ins should not become another manager-driven update meeting, and how leaders can shift more ownership to direct reports while still providing structure, support, and alignment. From clarifying the purpose of the meeting to separating read-only updates from real discussion topics, Kim and Jada offer practical ways to make one-on-ones more focused, more useful, and less overwhelming.

This episode is especially helpful for leaders who already meet regularly with their team members but feel like those conversations are too rushed, too scattered, or too dependent on the manager to drive. 

The key takeaway: do less, go deeper, and use check-ins for connection, problem-solving, priority alignment, and meaningful support. 

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