007: 5 Tips for Effective 1:1 Management Meetings

Today’s episode is a special one for me, as I get to speak with my former boss from P&G; Canada, Melissa Karis. The two of us discuss one-to-one meetings and how important they are to creating positive office culture and advancing projects.   Melissa is the Director of Beauty Communications and leads the development and execution of PR programs for P&G;’s health and beauty brands. In her time at P&G; Melissa has participated in over TWO THOUSAND 1:1 meetings and knows from experience how these can strengthen or weaken a team. We discuss how to set objectives for a one-to-one meetings and how to lead and listen in these meetings to motivate and support your team. Melissa also boils it all down and provides 5 key tips for having effective and productive 1:1 meetings. If you manage a team of any size, this episode should prove particularly helpful.   Today’s Topics:    Objectives of setting up a one-on-one meeting  Prioritizing these meetings  Who should set the meeting agenda and why  Prioritizing meeting agenda  Adding a personal aspect to these one-on-one’s  The importance of listening  5 key tips for creative an effective one-on-one meeting  This podcast is courtesy of Pitch Graphic Design, a Toronto based firm, whose goal is to provide quality graphic designs for Public Relations. If you would like to get in touch with Pitch, please fill out the contact form.   Links and Resources:   Career Opportunities with P&G; (Canada)  Career Opportunities with P&G; (United States)  Melissa Karis on Twitter  Melissa Karis on LinkedIn  Snapchat: @MelKaris   Pitching PR Website  Pitch Graphic Design on Instagram  Pitch Graphic Design on Twitter   Quotes:  “There’s always something new to learn, even for a more experienced manager.” –Melissa Karis     “Each person and relationship is different and it’s important to know the employee and adapt your one-on-one meeting accordingly.” –Melissa Karis    “…Being a good leader means that you’re also a good listener.” – Lesley Luce