Tired of unproductive 1:1 meetings with your team?
If you find your 1:1 conversations more stilted than stimulating, our free downloadable resource, 29 1:1 Questions for social care teams, is for you.
Learn how to maximise the potential of your 1:1s with our simple guide, and take your pick from 29 insightful questions designed to spark more meaningful discussions.
Why 1:1s matter
1:1s are an essential part of the manager/team member relationship. By dedicating regular one-on-one time with your team, you can create a safe space for open communication, provide personalised support and gain an insight into what your employee needs, as well as their aspirations.
Remember, 1:1s aren’t just about discussing work; they’re about building trust, recognising achievements, getting feedback, and looking further ahead. And ultimately, this time is for your employee, not you – while you’ll go into the meeting armed with meeting points and questions, it’s up to your team member to decide what they want from the conversation and the direction it takes.
What to expect from this free download
We’ve shared our top tips to help you get more out of the 1:1 meetings you have with your team, alongside 29 questions you can use to guide the conversation.
Now, we’re not expecting you to use all 29 questions in each and every 1:1, but try testing out a handful in each meeting. You’ll soon work out which questions work best for you and your team, but remember to keep mixing it up so the conversation feels fluid.
These questions are designed to delve deeper than the standard ‘how are you?’. They’re focused on four factors that are key to a positive work environment and happy team.
Let’s take a closer look at each one:
Career development
A team that sees opportunities for growth and advancement is far more likely to be engaged and productive.
Uncover your team’s aspirations and long-term goals – these questions will help you identify skills gaps and opportunities for growth, so you can support your team to become highly skilled and confident care professionals.
Feedback
Asking for feedback during 1:1 meetings can not only give you valuable insights into potential issues and your leadership style, but can also enhance your relationship with your team. By showing that you value their opinion, you can build a culture of open and honest communication.
And we’ve shared eight questions designed to help you do just that.
Motivation
Organisations that work to understand their employees’ motivations, and create a positive working environment that helps them stay motivated, can enjoy a number of benefits – higher staff retention and productivity, and greater teamwork and company engagement to name a few.
Set aside some time in your 1:1 meeting to understand what motivates your team to show up and do a great job each and every day, whether it be personal or professional.
Wellbeing
Proactive support is key to maintaining a healthy and happy team. By regularly asking your team members about their wellbeing during 1:1 meetings, you can identify potential issues earlier and offer timely assistance.
Create a culture of care and understanding by including wellbeing focused questions in all your 1:1s – we’ve shared four to help you get started.
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