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Designing the Weekly 1-1
30 weekly minutes with each direct report, following 3 questions only: what, how, where stuck.
Goal
Create a regular weekly channel per direct report, preventing surprises and accelerating coaching.
Steps
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Book recurring 30 min/week with each direct report. Don't cancel except in emergencies.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Within 4 weeks, each report knows exactly what to do and whom to turn to when stuck.
Evidence base
School: Manager Tools / Modern Management
Founders: Andy Grove · Michael Auzenne · Mark Horstman (1983)
Coined by Andy Grove (Intel CEO) in "High Output Management" (1983): "the most important 30 min in a manager's week". Spread widely by Manager Tools podcast.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Designing the Weekly 1-1" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Designing the Weekly 1-1"?
Within 4 weeks, each report knows exactly what to do and whom to turn to when stuck. In the short term: Surprise "urgent" meetings drop 60% — issues resolved in weekly 1-1.
Is "Designing the Weekly 1-1" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Manager Tools / Modern Management (Andy Grove, Michael Auzenne, Mark Horstman (1983)). Coined by Andy Grove (Intel CEO) in "High Output Management" (1983): "the most important 30 min in a manager's week". Spread widely by Manager Tools podcast.
Is "Designing the Weekly 1-1" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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