{"id":2496,"date":"2014-08-03T13:28:02","date_gmt":"2014-08-03T17:28:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.managementcenter.org\/?page_id=2496"},"modified":"2024-10-01T21:10:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T21:10:16","slug":"check-ins","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.managementcenter.org\/check-ins\/","title":{"rendered":"Check-ins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Having a regular time to touch base one-on-one with each of your staff members about their work keeps you focused on their results and creates a place for you to check on how projects are coming, provide feedback and serve as a resource, and agree on prioritization.<\/h6>\n\n\n
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Where to Start<\/h2>\n \n \n
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7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Check-ins<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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When check-ins are done right, they can revolutionize the way you manage. In this article, we share our best tips for getting the most out of your check-ins. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n \n

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Check-in Meeting Agenda Template<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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This agenda provides a template that you can ask staff members to fill out and send you ahead of your check-in. It\u2019s structured to help staff members and managers check in on progress toward goals, stay aligned on current projects, talk about what\u2019s going well, and what could be going better, and get aligned on next steps.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>6.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n \n

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Tips for a 90-Day New Hire Check-in<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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The 90-day discussion is a chance to review progress toward goals, share what\u2019s going well and what could be better, and make commitments for moving forward. Here are some tips for conducting a 90-day discussion with a new hire.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>2 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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5 Tips for Better Check-ins During COVID-19<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Your one-on-one check-ins are essential. Here are a few tips for checking in during the pandemic (and any other extended crisis).<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>3.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Managing Uncertainty: Check-ins Add-on<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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During moments of uncertainty, check-ins are an opportunity to meet your staff where they\u2019re at so that they can feel seen and supported. Whatever the case may be for your staff, acknowledge what\u2019s happening, hear how your people are doing, and inject purpose and agency by using this add-on in your next check-in agenda.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>2 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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How to Use Skip-Level Meetings Effectively<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Skip-level meetings are one-on-one meetings that managers hold with the staff that their direct reports manage. They\u2019re helpful for building relationships, gaining insight into your team and organization, and getting feedback about the managers that you manage.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>7 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Check-ins<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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When check-ins are done right, they can revolutionize the way you manage. In this article, we share our best tips for getting the most out of your check-ins. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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This agenda provides a template that you can ask staff members to fill out and send you ahead of your check-in. It\u2019s structured to help staff members and managers check in on progress toward goals, stay aligned on current projects, talk about what\u2019s going well, and what could be going better, and get aligned on next steps.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>6.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Relationship Repair with a Reset Conversation (Worksheet)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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When conflict happens, connect with your teammate to find common ground, give and receive feedback, and determine a path forward together. Use this worksheet to organize your thoughts and prepare for a reset conversation<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>4 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Introducing Skip-Level Meetings Sample Emails<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Send your managers and staff members these sample emails to get started with skip-level meetings today.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>1.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Tips for a 90-Day New Hire Check-in<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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The 90-day discussion is a chance to review progress toward goals, share what\u2019s going well and what could be better, and make commitments for moving forward. Here are some tips for conducting a 90-day discussion with a new hire.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>2 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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90-Day Discussion Template<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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This template will help you lead a productive discussion with your new hire about their first 90 days on the job.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>3.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Stay Conversation Agenda<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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This sample agenda helps you plan \u201cstay conversations\u201d with the staff you want to retain.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>2.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Post-Election Day Debrief<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Planning to gather your team post-election day? Here\u2019s how you might structure your agenda to help your staff feel cared for and connected.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>2.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Common Choice Points<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Here is a list of some of the most common choice points, or key decision-making opportunities,\u00a0managers face that may have equity and inclusion impacts.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>3.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Plantilla para reuniones 1:1 o check-in<\/a><\/h4>\n\n
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Esta agenda proporciona una plantilla que podr\u00e1 pedir a los miembros del personal que rellenen y le env\u00eden con anticipaci\u00f3n a su reuni\u00f3n 1:1 o check-in. Est\u00e1 estructurada para ayudar a los miembros del personal y a los gerentes comprobar el progreso hacia los objetivos, mantener la alineaci\u00f3n en los proyectos actuales, hablar de lo que va bien y de lo que podr\u00eda ir mejor, y alinearse con los pr\u00f3ximos pasos.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/i>7.5 min read <\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n <\/div>\n